Process Controls Engineer - Remote

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.


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