Process Controls Engineer - Remote
 Georgia Pacific | |
$120,000.00 - $140,000.00 / yr
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life insurance, parental leave
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 United States, Georgia, Atlanta | |
| 133 Peachtree Street Northeast (Show on map) | |
 Mar 10, 2025 | |
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Your Job
The Process Control Engineer will be an Automation and Process Control Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting operations for the Plywood group within Building Products. The incumbent will have both, a strong mechanical and electrical background and utilize automation systems (PLCs, VFD's, instrumentation, etc.) to increase the throughput, quality and reliability of our process. Our Team Georgia-Pacific creates long-term value by using resources efficiently to provide innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of customers and society, while operating in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible and economically sound. Georgia-Pacific is an independently managed and operated company of Koch Industries, Inc., a private company headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. The ideal candidate will be located in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, North Carolina, Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, Louisiana, West Virginia, or east Texas. What You Will Do * Recommend and implement improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and process control solutions. * Assessment and improvement of programs to manage integrity and functionality of process controls equipment (electrically and mechanically). * Develop and apply strategies to optimize on-going operations using the automation platform and in conjunction with the operating and engineering staff at sites. * Document control of existing documents, making required revisions, obtaining approvals and checking documents utilizing control system. * Develop and implement electrical and mechanical engineering guidelines and standards. * Design, program, modify and maintain PLC systems. * Assist with mechanical solutions and engaged with scoping of projects. * Manage implementation of upgrades and new technology, including ensuring required documentation. * Act as a technical resource to the daily operation. * Implementation of Asset strategies. * Work with the project team and contractors to specify and install electrical/mechanical systems. * Troubleshoot and develop repair strategies for new and existing plant equipment' electrical and or mechanical field devices. * Facilitate site implementation and execution of reliability programs for both electrical and mechanical program development. * Provide consultation to facilities and ad-hoc projects on process controls equipment procurement and applications. * Up to 75% travel depending on business needs. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * Requires a combination of electrical and mechanical experience, ideally 50/50 or at least 75/25. * Must have proficiency in industrial motor controls, including PLCs, motor controls, VFDs, control valves, electrical distribution, and industrial instrumentation for flow, pressure, and temperature. Proficiency in AutoCad is also necessary. * Extensive experience in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and instrument control systems, including motor controls, relay logic, AC/DC drives, low voltage switchgear, as well as mechanical skills in troubleshooting pneumatics and hydraulics, and fabrication and installations. * At least five years of experience in each of the following areas: Process Control, PLC programming, AC & DC motor control (including drives), electrical troubleshooting, and maintenance craft work involving precision work, repairs, installations, set-up, design, fabrication, etc. * Preferably, five or more years of process side networking experience. What Will Put You Ahead * A bachelor's degree in a related field such as Process Control, Electrical, Chemical, or Control Engineering, or Industrial Technologist. * Proven ability to be self-motivated and a self-starter with strong organizational skills, along with strong written and verbal communication skills. * Strong knowledge of industrial electricity, including both power and control circuits, as well as strong server and PC knowledge. * Proficient in Microsoft Office software and able to competently use a computerized maintenance management system. * Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, necessary for driving continuous improvement and increasing efficiencies. * Focused on increasing overall equipment uptime through continuous improvement initiatives. For this role, we anticipate paying $120,000 - $140,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy [1] here. Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of building products, bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our [2] business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click [3] here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click [4] here, [5] aqui, or [6] tu). #LI-MR References Visible links 1. https://jobs.kochcareers.com/pages/culture 2. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy 3. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf 4. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_English.pdfhttp:// 5. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Spanish.pdf 6. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Polish.pdf | |