What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Control Engineer II position at Averro?
AVERRO — JOB POSTING
Our Aim – Your Ascent
Job Title
Process Control Engineer II
Location
Emerson, AR
Job Site
Onsite
Pay Rate Range
$98-$148K
Employment Type
Direct Hire
Extension/Conversion
Eligible
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401k match, sick leave, PTO, paid holidays.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Process Control Engineer II for a Wood Products facility in Emerson, AR, which would be a great opportunity for someone with experience in PLC/HMI programming and manufacturing process control looking to further their career in industrial automation and controls engineering.
- Serve as the site expert on automation platforms, setting up and maintaining process control systems across the plant.
- Partner with mill leadership to develop mid- and long-term process control network strategies.
- Identify and deliver opportunities for process improvement, variability reduction, and cost savings.
- Lead and support site-specific and system-wide control technology projects, working with corporate engineering and external suppliers.
- Train, mentor, and provide technical leadership to PLC technicians and fellow engineers.
- Evaluate emerging control technologies and recommend applications for manufacturing operations, keeping projects aligned with business and operational goals.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of experience (or an associate technical degree with 8 years, or 10 years of experience in lieu of a degree).
- 5 years applying and supporting process control solutions in manufacturing, with demonstrated success in process improvement and cost reduction.
- Advanced knowledge of PLCs and HMIs, including programming and configuring complex automation strategies.
- Strong process knowledge and a first-principles understanding of dynamic process behavior.
- Ability to lead multiple cross-functional projects at once, collaborating with everyone from machine operators to plant managers and corporate engineers.
- Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
BONUS QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in wood products manufacturing and associated discrete control applications.
- Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Wonderware systems.
- Controller design and tuning experience, including advanced control such as model predictive control (MPC).
- Proficiency with process historians and analysis tools (Aspen IP.21, GE Proficy Plant Applications) and strong data analysis skills.
- Programming experience (Visual Basic, C, Java), SQL Server, LEAN manufacturing, and prior supervisory experience.
WHY AVERRO?
Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim – Your Ascent.
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Salary : $98,000 - $148,000