Process Control Engineer

Process Control Engineer I

Greater Augusta, Georgia Area | Full-Time | Confidential Search

In this role, you'll assist engineers on project work spanning design, configuration, and commissioning, and support production areas to reduce downtime and improve processes. This is a hands‑on position with real ownership from day one, and you'll be an integral part of a growing team.

• Growth
  - The company is scaling quickly, creating real opportunities for personal and professional advancement for motivated, results‑oriented engineers.
• Ownership
  - You'll be given the resources and freedom to succeed, with a culture of high expectations and mutual accountability.
• Mission
  - Join a team that loves what it does and is passionate about working on the cutting edge of sustainable manufacturing.

• Partner with Production staff to develop new or improved process designs related to control software and hardware—driving greater efficiency, higher levels of automation, improved control methods, and better information gathering and reporting—and work with the engineering group to implement them.
• Provide technical support to Production for control system configuration, process control parameter changes, and process troubleshooting.
• Work within a team to introduce and recommend control scheme changes that improve plant operations.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver training procedures for console operators to build strong operating practices on automated systems, including training materials and process simulation.
• Maintain good documentation practices in accordance with site GMP guidelines.
• Build working knowledge of multiple control systems on site (PLC and DCS) and provide backup support to other process control personnel.
• Support area capital projects, including scope development, cost justification, control logic, and commissioning.
• Support site safety and quality initiatives through participation and leadership in teams, incident/CAR analysis, and follow‑up.

• B.S. degree in Engineering
• Knowledge of automation control platforms such as PLC/HMI or DCS
• Proven reliability, strong work ethic, and the ability to work safely and responsibly with minimal instruction
• A team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Understanding of safety, health, environmental, quality systems, and regulatory compliance guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to interact with facility employees, contract personnel, outside vendors, and customers
• Quick learner driven to broaden their knowledge base, with excellent computer skills
• Physical requirements beyond sedentary work: equipment inspection and troubleshooting, climbing stairs and ladders, and wearing required protective equipment
• Flexibility with work schedule during shutdowns and other extraordinary conditions

• Familiarity with process instrumentation, controls engineering, and structured programming techniques
• Basic programming knowledge
• Allen‑Bradley platforms:
  Factory Talk (HMI) / RSLogix 5000
• Communication protocols for interfacing with other PLC manufacturers
• Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude

All inquiries and applications are strictly confidential. Full details on the company and site location will be provided to qualified candidates during the screening process.