Senior Process Controls Engineer - ABB & DCS Expert

Brightpath Associates LLC; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking an experienced Process Control Engineer to maintain and optimize the mill's DCS and QCS systems. You will develop ABB control loops for tissue production, adapt older architectures, and lead upgrades.

The role requires 5–7 years in process control with AB/ABB systems; tissue or papermill experience is highly desirable, with strong troubleshooting and project-management skills. On-site position with opportunities for technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum 5–7 years in process control engineering with AB/ABB systems.
• Experience in tissue or papermill environments is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in programming ABB control loops and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and optimization of existing DCS & QCS systems for mill operations.
• Develop and program control loops in ABB systems for tissue production.
• Adapt older systems to ensure full functionality and standards.
• Lead system upgrades and integrate new control technologies.
• Provide technical support to production; maintain documentation and compliance.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to reduce downtime.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on control systems.

Skills

ABB systems

Process control

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

QCS/DCS systems

Older control architectures

Job description

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking an experienced Process Control Engineer to maintain and optimize the mill's DCS and QCS systems. You will develop ABB control loops for tissue production, adapt older architectures, and lead upgrades.

The role requires 5–7 years in process control with AB/ABB systems; tissue or papermill experience is highly desirable, with strong troubleshooting and project-management skills. On-site position with opportunities for technical leadership.