Sr. Process Automation Engineer

EVRAZ North America; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team in Portland. This role focuses on optimizing and automating manufacturing processes, requiring a strong background in engineering theory, data analysis, and problem-solving. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations and quality departments to enhance safety, quality, and productivity while reducing costs. With a commitment to employee growth and success, this organization offers a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact. If you're looking for a challenging role that fosters innovation and career advancement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Bonus opportunities

Family medical coverage

Dental coverage

Short and long term disability programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Paid vacation

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in the steel industry.
• Strong background in software development and process modeling.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and automate manufacturing processes for improved safety and productivity.
• Collaborate with operations and quality assurance to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving Techniques

Mathematical Background

Software Development

Control Theory

Statistical Analysis

Group Problem Solving Techniques

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

DEC Fortran

DEC C

.NET Programming

Microsoft SQL Server

VMware

Job description

At EVRAZ, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

EVRAZ North America is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team in Portland, Oregon. As a crucial member of our organization, you will play a key role in optimizing and automating our manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong ability to apply engineering theory, data analysis and problem-solving techniques. This role works in conjunction with the operations, quality, and engineering departments to improve safety, quality, and productivity to reduce costs wherever possible.

• Collaborate with operations personnel and the quality assurance department to gain a deep understanding of operational processes, our products, and how they are qualitatively measured.
• Maintain and improve in-house software process models as well as third-party software process models no longer supported by vendors; monitor model performance via analysis of measured data.
• Develop strategies to reduce defects, delays, and other missed opportunities.
• Gather and analyze data to produce proof-of-concept models for process improvement, ensuring that the data recorded accurately represents the process.
• Understand equipment limitations, collaborate with engineering personnel to continually improve equipment performance.
• Develop strong vendor relationships in an effort to understand the equipment and software process models they provide.
• Develop training tools to help team members across the organization gain a better understanding of the process.
• Maintain all Level II supervisory systems hardware and software components, i.e., perform upgrades, apply patches, etc.
• Accountability of 24/7/365 mission critical services in manufacturing operations provided by the Level II supervisory systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer, Electrical, Manufacturing or Materials Science Engineering with an emphasis on process modelling, control theory and statistical analysis.
• 10 years of experience, preferably in the steel industry (Rolling Mills) or manufacturing.
• Strong mathematical background with experience in implementing various numerical methods.
• Adaptive software process models experience and/or training.
• Software development and support experience with DEC Fortran, DEC C programming languages on OpenVMS operating systems.
• Software development and support experience with .NET programming languages on Windows OS.
• Database knowledge, experienced with Microsoft SQL Server/T-SQL programming skills.
• Familiarity with virtual environments, e.g., VMware, preferred.
• Understanding Industrial Networking and topology, preferred.
• Able to read through complicated algorithms and/or source code to identify problems or areas for improvement and propose solutions.
• Knowledge of group problem solving techniques such as brainstorming, value stream mapping and/or Kaizen events.
• Willing and able to support the 24 hour operation through variable shifts and/or off-hours remote and telephone support.

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
• Short and long term disability programs.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options.
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EVRAZ North America is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

EVRAZ North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!