Process Control Engineer in Wisconsin, Virginia or South Dakota ST

Process Control Engineer in Wisconsin, Virginia or South Dakota, USA - ST

• Full-time

The company has facilities in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, Franklin Virginia and Duluth, Minnesota. The company operates five tissue machines and produces bath tissue, paper towels, and napkin parent rolls primarily for the Away-from-Home segment of the North American tissue market.

The companyLLC is seeking a highly skilled Process Control Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in supporting and advancing our tissue production operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in process control systems, particularly Valmet DCS, with proven ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and program both legacy and modern control architectures. Experience with Quality Control Systems (QCS) and other DCS platforms such as ABB or Honeywell are strongly desired.

This role ensures the mill runs safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards through effective control system design, maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Quality Control Systems (QCS)—both legacy and current—to ensure reliable and efficient mill operations.
• Design, implement, and refine control loops using ABB and Valmet platforms, ensuring stable and consistent process performance.
• Support and maintain older control systems, ensuring continued operation while preparing for future modernization.
• Lead and execute DCS/QCS upgrade projects, integrating new technologies with existing infrastructure for improved performance and sustainability.
• Technical Support: Serve as the go-to expert for process control issues. Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for system configurations, code changes, and maintenance activities. Ensure all control systems comply with industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance system reliability, reduce downtime, and improve product quality through process automation and control strategies.
• Train and mentor operations staff, technicians, and junior engineers on control system usage, troubleshooting, and best practices.

Job Information

• Number of Job positions available: 1 per position
• Job Type: Full Time/salaried
• Starting Salary: $65,000–$70,000
• Workweek:
  Standard office hours are typically from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday; however, these hours may vary depending on the specific location and the level of support or issues that arise at the mill.
• PPE:
  Personal Protection Equipment will be provided by the company at no cost.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of hands‑on experience with process control systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Valmet DCS systems (required).
• Experience with QCS platforms (e.g., Valmet, ABB) and their integration with DCS systems.
• Proficiency in Valmet control loop programming; experience with ABB, Honeywell, or other DCS platforms is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage legacy system platforms and drive system upgrade initiatives.
• Solid understanding of control theory, instrumentation, and automation best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills with a proactive mindset.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cross‑functionally.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a tissue or paper mill environment.
• Experience with PLC systems and other industrial control platforms.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles in industrial control systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, or related field.

Additional Requirements

• Criminal Background Check:
  Yes, selected applicant must pass a CBC before departure from the place of recruitment to the place of employment. CBC will be conducted through the recruitment company.
• Drug Test:
  Yes, selected applicant must pass a DT before departure from the place of recruitment to the place of employment. The DT will be conducted through the recruitment company. The company does not accept a positive result for cannabis use…