Process Control Engineer

Tachyon Technologies; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tachyon Technologies in Monticello, AR is seeking a Process Control Engineer to serve as the site expert on automation platforms. You will set up and maintain automation in manufacturing processes and lead site projects with emphasis on safety and clear communication.

You will collaborate with plant leaders, engineers, operators, and IT to implement control strategies, train technicians, and apply new process control technologies.

Qualifications

• Requires BS in engineering or equivalent experience with 5–7 years in process control in manufacturing.
• Proven success applying process control solutions for product improvement and cost reduction.
• Advanced knowledge of PLC and HMI systems with hands-on programming and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support process control best practices across the plant.
• Share industry best practices and strategies for manufacturing control systems.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, variability reduction, and cost reduction.

Skills

Process control experience

PLC & HMI systems

Project leadership

Communication & problem-solving

Multi-project management

Education

BS in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer, or Mechanical)

Associate technical degree with 5–7 years experience

10+ years experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Aspen IP/21 Process Explorer

GE Proficy Plant Applications

ProTuner / Entech

Windows/Domains/Ethernet

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Job description

About The Role

Our client, is looking for a Process Control Engineer for a manufacturing facility. The engineer will be the site expert on automation platforms, working with teams across the plant to set up and maintain automation in the manufacturing processes. The role will also assist, consult on, and occasionally lead site projects, with a strong focus on safety and clear communication.

Job Title: Process Control Engineer

Location: Monticello, AR (Onsite)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support process and process control best practices, including working with plant leadership on mid and long term process control network strategies
• Understand and share industry best practices, equipment options, and proven strategies for manufacturing control systems
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, variability reduction, and cost reduction
• Provide project and technical leadership (including training) for process control technology applications and PLC Technicians
• Serve as a key resource on projects to install and apply new process control technology, documentation, and training
• Evaluate and lead reviews of new technologies for use in manufacturing operations
• Build relationships with internal process control resources across the organization
• Develop productive relationships with external suppliers of process and control technology
• Partner with manufacturing and business leaders to align the project portfolio with operational goals
• Mentor and develop other process control engineers and technicians

Must-have Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering, OR an Associate technical degree with 5 to 7 years of experience, OR 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience applying and supporting process control solutions in manufacturing
• Proven success developing and applying process control solutions for process/product improvement and cost reduction
• Advanced knowledge of PLC and HMI systems, with hands-on programming and configuration of complex automation strategies
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects with plant and corporate engineering teams
• Comfortable working with all levels: managers, engineers, operators, quality techs, supervisors, maintenance techs, and IT
• Strong process knowledge and first principles understanding of dynamic process behavior
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage multiple projects at the same time

Nice-to-have Qualifications

• Experience in wood products manufacturing or similar process/discrete manufacturing environments
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to diagnose complex process issues
• Controller design and loop tuning experience
• Advanced control experience such as Model Predictive Control (MPC) for multi-variable processes
• Process historian and analysis tools such as Aspen IP/21 Process Explorer and GE Proficy Plant Applications
• Control tuning software such as Expertune, ProTuner, or Entech
• Programming in Visual Basic, C, or Java, and databases such as Microsoft SQL Server
• LEAN Manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with Windows OS, domains, and Ethernet networks
• Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Wonderware experience