Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer

Location

Whiting Mill

The Senior Electrical Controls Engineer will design, implement, andmaintaincontrol systemsforpaper mill operations to ensureoptimalefficiency,quality and safety. This role focuses on automation, instrumentation, and process optimization across papermachineand converting operations. The successful candidate willbe required to work on site at the Whiting Millin Stevens Point, WI.

• Keep environmental and employee safety top-of-mind in the completion of all tasks.

• Configure andmaintainPLCsand HMIsystems for paper mill processes.

• Develop and update control logic for stock preparation, paper machines, and converting lines.

• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot sensors, actuators, and process instruments (e.g., flow, pressure, temperature, level).

• Provide engineering support toassistin the maximization of asset TPD, Yield, Uptime, and COM targets.

• Analyze production data to improve machine efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

• Implement advanced control strategies for consistency control,basisweight, moisture, and tension.

• Provide technical support during equipment failures and process upsets.

• Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations teams to resolve control-related issues.

• Maintainaccuratedocumentation of control systems and modifications.

• Development and execute capital projects to support strategic initiatives, reduce costs, and sustain and improve operations from a safety,reliability and environmental standpoint.

• Abide by the spirit of all identified industry safety guidelines, mandates, regulations, and laws.

• Managethirdparty engineering asneededtoexpediteproject initiatives.

• Assistin the development and management of the 5-year capital plan for the Whiting facility.

• Plan and execute annualmillshutdownsso activities are impactful and remain in budget.

• Support thedevelopthe technical skills ofour
  
  Electrical and Instrumentationteam members.

• Support thedevelopthe technical skills ofothers inthe Engineering group.

• Incorporate energy and cost effectiveness into the designofall equipment additions and modifications.

• Project Management Project Engineering

• Scopecharter development

• Cost estimationtrackingdocumentation

• Design using in house and external resources

• Startupcommissioning.

• Mill Support

• Participate in Mill Weekend Maintenance rotation

• Be on call for troubleshooting assistance

• Aminimum of3yearsofrelevantexperience.

• Proficiency in PLC/DCS programming (Rockwell Allen-Bradley Controllogix).

• Proficiency with Rockwell Allen-Bradley Power Flex AC and DC drives.

• Proficiency with Rockwell Allen-Bradley Factory Talk View Studio andPanelview
  
  Plus hardware.

• Knowledge of industrial networking and control system cybersecurity.

• Must be able to wear required PPE when needed, and travel through the facility to perform tasks in areas that are hot and humid.
  
  This may require climbing stairs or ladders.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas as this time (e.g., H-1B, TN, O-1, etc.).

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation or Engineering field.

• Experience in pulp and paper manufacturing,to includefamiliarity with paper mill processes and quality control systems.

• Knowledge ofAuto Cad Electricala  plus.

• Oracle knowledgea plus.

• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) or similar.

• Exercise strong problem solvingandanalytical skills.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain concepts to a varied audience when required.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

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