Sr. Electrical Engineer

Neenah Inc.; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mativ Holdings, Inc. in Stevens Point, WI is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, implement, and maintain control systems for paper mill operations. The role focuses on automation, instrumentation, and process optimization to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

The successful candidate will work on site at Whiting Mill, collaborate with maintenance and operations, and lead capital projects while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in process control environments.
• Proficient in PLC/DCS programming and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley systems.
• Experience with Rockwell PowerFlex drives and HMI platforms.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking and cybersecurity.
• Willingness to travel within a manufacturing facility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain PLCs and HMIs for paper mill processes.
• Develop and upgrade control logic for stock preparation and converting lines.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot sensors, actuators, and process instruments.
• Provide engineering support to maximize asset performance and safety targets.
• Analyze production data to improve machine efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations teams to resolve control issues.
• Manage capital projects to support safety, reliability, and environmental goals.
• Maintain documentation of control systems and modifications.

Skills

PLC/DCS programming

Rockwell Automation Controllogix

PowerFlex AC/DC drives

FactoryTalk View Studio

PanelView Plus hardware

Industrial networking

Control system cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation or Engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley hardware

HMI platforms

Job description

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world.

Location: Whiting Mill

The Senior ElectricalControls Engineer will design, implement, andmaintaincontrol systemsforpaper mill operations to ensureoptimalefficiency,qualityand safety. This role focuses on automation, instrumentation, and process optimization across papermachineand converting operations. The successful candidate willbe requiredto work on site at the Whiting Millin Stevens Point, WI.

Responsibilities

• Keep environmental and employee safety top-of-mind in the completion of all tasks.
• Configure andmaintainPLCsand HMIsystems for paper mill processes.
• Develop and update control logic for stock preparation, paper machines, and converting lines.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot sensors, actuators, and process instruments (e.g., flow, pressure, temperature, level).
• Provide engineering support toassistin the maximization of asset TPD, Yield, Uptime, and COM targets.
• Analyze production data to improve machine efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Implement advanced control strategies for consistency control,basisweight, moisture, and tension.
• Provide technical support during equipment failures and process upsets.
• Collaborate withMaintenance andOperations teams to resolve control-related issues.
• Maintainaccuratedocumentation of control systems and modifications.
• Development and execute capital projects to support strategic initiatives, reduce costs, and sustain and improve operations from a safety,reliabilityand environmental standpoint.
• Abide by the spirit of all identified industry safety guidelines, mandates, regulations, and laws.
• Managethirdparty engineering asneededtoexpediteproject initiatives.
• Assistin the development and management of the 5-year capital plan for the Whiting facility.
• Plan and execute annualmillshutdownsso activities are impactful and remain in budget.
• Support thedevelopthe technical skills ofourElectrical and Instrumentationteam members.
• Support thedevelopthe technical skills ofothers inthe Engineering group.
• Incorporateenergy and cost effectiveness into the designofall equipment additions and modifications.
• Project Management\Project Engineering
• Scope\charter development
• Cost estimation\tracking\documentation
• Design using in house and external resources
• Startup\commissioning.
• Mill Support
• Participate in Mill Weekend Maintenance rotation
• Be on call for troubleshooting assistance

Qualifications

Required

• Aminimum of 3 yearsofrelevantexperience.
• Proficiency in PLC/DCS programming (Rockwell\Allen-Bradley Controllogix).
• Proficiency with Rockwell\Allen-Bradley PowerFlex AC and DC drives.
• Proficiency with Rockwell\Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio and Panelview Plus hardware.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and control system cybersecurity.
• Must be able to wearrequiredPPE whenneeded, and travel through the facility to perform tasks in areas that are hot and humid.This may require climbing stairs or ladders.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas as this time (e.g., H-1B, TN, O-1, etc.).

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation or Engineering field.
• Experience in pulp and paper manufacturing,to includefamiliarity with paper mill processes and quality control systems.
• KnowledgeofAutoCadElectricala plus.
• Oracle knowledgea plus.
• Preferred Certifications: ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) or similar.

Competencies

• Exercise strong problem solvingandanalytical skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain concepts to a varied audience whenrequired.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlineswith minimal supervision.

WHAT WE OFFER

Mativ benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable.

ABOUT MATIV

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers' most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company's two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers' products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.