Senior Process Control Engineer - Automation Leader

Wimmer Solutions Corporation; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wimmer Solutions Corporation in Monticello, AR seeks a Process Control Engineer to join its manufacturing team. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Maintenance Manager and focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems within manufacturing processes.

You will collaborate cross-functionally, lead automation projects, mentor technicians, and drive continuous improvement with a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5+ years in process control.
• Alternate: Associate degree with 8+ years in process control.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in process control within manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience improving processes and reducing costs through automation.
• Advanced knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and automation systems, including programming and configuration.
• Strong leadership and collaboration across organizational levels.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and apply process control best practices and automation strategies.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost savings.
• Provide technical leadership and training on process control technologies.
• Support and lead site-specific projects with safety focus.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for manufacturing applications.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to enhance control systems.
• Align initiatives with business goals and mentor engineers/technicians.

Skills

Process control expertise

Automation systems

PLCs & HMIs

Leadership & collaboration

Program management

Lean manufacturing

Windows systems & networking

SQL Server

Programming basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate degree with 8+ years experience

10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Aspen IP/21

GE Proficy

Expertune

ProTuner

Entech

SQL Server

Allen-Bradley

Wonderware

Job description

Wimmer Solutions Corporation in Monticello, AR seeks a Process Control Engineer to join its manufacturing team. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Maintenance Manager and focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems within manufacturing processes.

You will collaborate cross-functionally, lead automation projects, mentor technicians, and drive continuous improvement with a safety-first mindset.