Process Control Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-20
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Process Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Process Controls Engineer
Full-time, on-site in Middletown , OH
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.
Allow us to introduce ourselves…
We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.
Weidmann Electrical Technology has been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years. With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.
The role…
The Process Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, programming, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle support of industrial control systems and instrumentation of Distributed Control Systems for the facility's continuous board manufacturing equipment. instrumentation of Distributed Control Systems and automated machinery in our Middletown, Ohio facility. This position serves as the technical expert for control systems supporting board machine and other continuous process equipment directly involved in manufacturing.
How you’ll make an impact…
Process Control Systems:
- Provide application/control design, architecture, and development for systems of varied complexity
- Design, program, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize a variety of control devices including, but not limited to Siemens, Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation), and ABB PLC, DCS, HMI, drive, and control systems supporting continuous board manufacturing equipment.
- Create and modify program/system logic (PLC) involving multiple systems and subsystems
- Develop and optimize control strategies to improve process stability, product quality, machine performance, and equipment reliability.
- Maintain control system documentation, software backups, and change management records.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting support for process control and instrumentation issues.
Capital Project Management:
- Lead controls-related capital projects from concept through commissioning.
- Develop technical specifications, evaluate vendors, support equipment purchasing, oversee installation, and coordinate startup of new process equipment.
- Utilize Project Management tools to identify project plans, scope, time, cost and deliverables for assigned work
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and meet operational objectives.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Reliability, Maintenance, and suppliers during project execution.
Contractor & Technical Coordination:
- Develop, implement and maintain and evaluate alternative system solutions that meet stated customer requirements and manufacturing specifications
- Coordinate and supervise contractors performing work on control systems, instrumentation, electrical systems, and machine safety systems.
- Verify contractor work meets engineering standards, safety requirements, and project specifications.
- Support lockout/tagout planning, startup activities, and system acceptance testing.
Continuous Improvement & Technical Support:
- Identify opportunities to improve process capability, automation performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
- Support root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Partner with the Automation Department on plant-wide automation standards and initiatives while maintaining responsibility for continuous process control systems.
- Identify and repair programming to maintain or improve processes.
- Proficient with HMI design, PID loops, Machine networking, and VFDs
- Provide technical support and develop internal work instructions/SOPs.
- Provide on-call technical support for the manufacturing facility
Documentation, Safety & Compliance:
- Interacts regularly with internal customers ranging from engineering, maintenance, and production employees to resolve complex issues and identify opportunities
- Document engineering activities, project work,…
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