Process Control Engineer II - Electrical & Automation Lead

Weyerhaeuser; Magnolia (MS); On-site; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Comprehensive benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Process Control Engineer II-Electrical Supervisor for our Lumber Products facility in McComb, MS. This full-time, salaried role reports to the Maintenance Manager and drives automation across manufacturing processes.

You will lead, mentor, and collaborate with PLC/SCADA teams to implement best practices, improve variability, and reduce costs while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer or Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience, or Associate technical degree and 8+ years, or 10+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in applying and supporting process control solutions in manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated success in developing and applying process control solutions for process/product improvement and cost reduction
• Advanced level knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC), human-machine interface (HMI), and related systems with proficiency in programming and configuring complex automation strategies
• Ability and desire to lead cross-functional team projects with participation from manufacturing site and corporate based engineering personnel
• Ability to collaborate with associates of all levels including managers, engineers, machine operators, quality technicians, line supervisors, maintenance technicians, information technology
• Extensive process knowledge and a first principles understanding of dynamic process behavior
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and problem-solving ability
• Capacity to lead and participate in several projects simultaneously
• Experience in manufacturing wood products and associated discrete control applications
• Supervisory experience
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to diagnose complex process scenarios
• Experience in controller design and fundamental tuning approaches
• Experience with successfully applying advanced control solutions, such as model predictive control (MPC) for multi-variable processes
• Proficiency using process historian systems, analysis tools and information systems such as Aspen IP/21 Process Explorer, and GE Proficy Plant Applications
• Experience developing applications with programming languages such as Visual Basic, C, or Java; databases such as Microsoft SQL Server
• Experience in LEAN Manufacturing or similar principles and practices
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems, domains, Ethernet networks
• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Wonderware systems

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support application of process and process control best practices.
• Plan and lead mid- and long-term process control network strategies with mill leadership.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, variability reduction, and cost reduction.
• Provide project and technical leadership for local and system-wide process control technology applications and PLC Technicians/Electrician staff.
• Install and apply new process control technology and methods, documentation, and training.
• Mentor and assist development of other process control engineers and technicians.
• Lead and support electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, drives, motors, sensors, control circuits, MCCs, and other electrical systems.
• Support sawmill production by responding quickly to electrical breakdowns and root-cause analysis.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize electrical maintenance work including preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Lead electrical improvement projects focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, automation, and modernization.
• Ensure electrical work complies with safety policies, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and electrical codes.
• Review/update electrical drawings, schematics, control documentation, and equipment records.
• Partner with maintenance, operations, vendors, and contractors on repairs, upgrades, and capital projects.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of new electrical equipment and control systems.
• Mentor and train electrical team members on troubleshooting and safe work practices.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and develop long-term corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Maintain focus on safety, housekeeping, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in root cause analysis, downtime reviews, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Communicate status updates, repair needs, project progress, and risks to maintenance and mill leadership.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI expertise

Process control

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer or Mechanical Engineering

Associate technical degree with 8+ years of experience

Tools

Aspen IP/21 Process Explorer

GE Proficy Plant Applications

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Wonderware

SQL Server

Job description

Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Process Control Engineer II-Electrical Supervisor for our Lumber Products facility in McComb, MS. This full-time, salaried role reports to the Maintenance Manager and drives automation across manufacturing processes.

You will lead, mentor, and collaborate with PLC/SCADA teams to implement best practices, improve variability, and reduce costs while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.