Process Control Engineer: Lead Plant Automation & Optimization

International Paper Company; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

International Paper Company in Prattville, Alabama is seeking a Process Control Engineer to design, implement, and optimize process control systems within our manufacturing environment. You will develop control strategies, configure DCS/HMI, and lead projects from design through startup.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience (5 preferred). Skills in PID, APC, MPC, and tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and AutoCAD are important, as is collaboration

Qualifications

• Education: Engineering bachelor degree in a related field.
• 3+ years process control engineering experience; 5+ preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PID, APC, MPC and DCS/HMI systems.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with ISA/IEC/NFPA standards and SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement process control systems to improve efficiency and quality.
• Program, configure, and maintain DCS and HMI systems.
• Develop and implement advanced control strategies (PID, APC, MPC).
• Monitor control system performance and process data.
• Troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
• Lead projects from design through commissioning and startup.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Prepare P&IDs, control narratives, and system specifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Implement and maintain safety instrumented systems.

Skills

PID control

APC

MPC

DCS programming

HMI programming

MATLAB

Simulink

AutoCAD

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Control Systems Engineering

Related fields

Tools

SAP

Job description

International Paper Company in Prattville, Alabama is seeking a Process Control Engineer to design, implement, and optimize process control systems within our manufacturing environment. You will develop control strategies, configure DCS/HMI, and lead projects from design through startup.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience (5 preferred). Skills in PID, APC, MPC, and tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and AutoCAD are important, as is collaboration