Process Automation Engineer -Decatur ILThis is a full time exempt-level position
Job Description:The Process Automation Engineer will provide plant support of process automation systems to ensure Operations are successful through guidance troubleshooting and standard work.
This individual will work with Operations and other Technology Centers to execute projects while applying global standards. They will proactively seek opportunities for process automation to mitigate risk improve efficiency and drive optimization projects. Additionally they will support and advance the standardization and documentation of process automation systems.
The Process Automation Engineer will also contribute to plant culture by supporting safety initiatives and Performance Excellence.
Job Requirements:- Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS (environmental/health/safety) requirements
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of production processes equipment and operations in the interest of developing improving and maintaining process and safety interlocks
- Develop or modify Process Automation controls to achieve desired control processes and troubleshoot systems to identify and resolve hardware or software deficiencies
- Develop and maintain documentation of process automation hardware and software related to process automation control systems
- Ability to work well within groups or with minimal supervision to meet department goals
- Communicate status updates and suggestions for improvements
- Pursue/maintain industry specific training and certifications relative to this position and for career advancement
- Ability to effectively coach and develop other colleagues
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Highly motivated self-starter
- Ability to skillfully manage multiple projects simultaneously and succeed in an environment of competing priorities
- Aware of cybersecurity fundamentals
- Work with third-party suppliers / contractors (where applicable)
- Capability of working in extreme temperatures. Ability to climb stairs lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds and sit and stand for long periods of time. Should be able to work in confined spaces and at heights.
- Availability for on-call rotation for off-hours holiday and weekend coverage.
- Occasional company travel may be required
Preferred Experience/Education:- Minimum of Associates degree in a technical area. A Bachelors degree in Chemical Electrical Computer or Automation Engineering is preferred.
- 2 years of experience with process control in an industrial environment
- Experience with Distributed control systems Emerson DeltaV Valmet (Novatech) D/3 systems or Rockwell Automation PlantPAx preferred
- Experience with industrial IO platforms Allen Bradley or Emerson Industrial IO platforms preferred
- Familiarity with data historians such as AVEVA PI
- Familiarity with Industrial Networks ( ControlNet DH Modbus etc.)
- Knowledge of Industrial Process Control including instrumentation AC/DC Electrical systems Piping & Instrument Diagrams
- Ability to troubleshoot solve and repair issues with process control systems and work safely with and around AC & DC voltages up to 120V
Before applying for an exempt non-exempt or hourly job opportunityyou areexpected toinitiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.
* Ifyouvebeen inyourcurrent position for more than 18 months supervisor approvalis notrequired. *Ifyouvebeenin your current position for less than 18 months verbal supervisor approvalis required.
Hiring Manager - Derrick Davison
Recruiter - Rebecca Klump
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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired employees will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between: