Job opportunity

Purpose & key responsibilities of the role:

• Develop proficiency in several programming languages and control device networks for DCS systems, PLCs, or PCs.
• Provide application/control systems design and development for systems of varying complexity
• Manage the implementation timeline for DCS upgrades across different areas of the plant
• Ability to work with Production and Maintenance to develop HMI Screens
• Ensure KPIs are met and take corrective actions appropriately when deviations from targets occur
• Interacting and supporting production by making information available through plant systems
• Support strategic topics for the P&C group, such as alarm management and documentation management (PLC drawings, tutorials, vendor database, etc.)
• Create detailed documentation, drawings, and user manuals for frequently used services, and train key users.
• Oversee the installation of DCS projects at LFI, ensuring all aspects of the project scope are installed according to the project charter and LFI standards.
• Critical thinker and very detail-oriented, and capable of leading service teams during projects, upgrades or troubleshooting situations. 
• Capable of learning available analysis tools to solve complex DCS system problems

Our expectations for this exciting role:

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of solid engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, especially in controls engineering (unit process or integration), equipment engineering, and/or hardware/software automation engineering, demand-supply planning, and industrial engineering, preferably in the Fiber industry or with PlantPAx
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed with the ability to work well with people; have strong intercultural intuition and able to disagree and commit.
• Experience in Developing Engineering Scope from Concept to Implementation
• Confident in dealing with relevant standards and regulations
• Willingness to work beyond core business hours, if necessary, to minimize business interruption during planned or unplanned system modifications.
• Willingness to travel at least 10% of the time, in and outside of the USA for training
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to conduct formal meetings with customers and capable of writing, reviewing, and editing various types of reports.

Our benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Competitive pay and vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• A diverse and inclusive workforce where team members can grow and develop