Process Control Engineer

Your JobGeorgia-Pacific’s Dixie Products division is seeking qualified professionals to consider for the Process Control Engineer Position to join our Jackson, TN Process Control team. The individual in this role will be responsible for providing expert-level onsite support for the troubleshooting, design, and implementation of existing and new process control systems: PLCs, HMIs, drives, industrial robots, instrumentation, safety systems, and associated circuitry and programs.This position will also provide advanced engineering expertise to solve problems and implement changes using process control technologies. This includes developing scope, estimating costs, and designing projects to install equipment and systems that support improving the operation.If you are a self-starter who works well under minimal supervision in a team environment, then this may be the role for youWhat You Will DoTroubleshoot production issues related to PLCs, HMIs, drives, safety systems, and other control system devices using programming software and electrical schematicsEvaluate root cause, and address technical issues with long term solutions in mindDesign modifications for control systems including specifying parts lists, producing schematics using AutoCAD, modifying programs, and leading commissioning effortsEvaluate and optimize processes and equipment operation through implementing changes to programs and circuitryDefine and develop data within PLCs to support the operation’s reporting needsManage projects related to control system enhancements or retrofitsCommunicate and work with various operational, environmental, maintenance, and engineering levels in a team environment, while being self-motivated and accomplishing individual goalsEffectively communicate with internal customers and leadershipKeep documentation clean and programs backed up in alignment with established processesWork with a safety-first mindset, a sense of urgency, and with focus on your customersWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)Three or more years of professional experience working with PLC-based industrial process control systemsProficient PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming skillsWhat Will Put You AheadBachelor's Degree or higher in an engineering field (strongly preferred)Experience with Allen-Bradley hardware and software (strongly preferred)Experience with Siemens hardware and softwareCertifications related to machine safety circuitry standards or specific control platformsExperience drawing schematics using AutoCADExperience with drives, HMIs, and roboticsExperience working on converting and packaging equipmentUnderstanding of Ethernet-based industrial process control networksOur BenefitsOur 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.