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Process Control EngineerPosted
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RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.
Application Deadline for this role will be 8/23/2024.
POSITION SUMMARY: the Process Control Engineer is responsible for maintaining and supporting process network and control systems across multiple Lhoist production sites. The Process Control Engineer works with the Maintenance, Process, IT, Engineering and Operations teams to design and implement improvements in process networks and controls projects across multiple sites and provide technical assistance to site personnel in troubleshooting and solving process control and network system problems.
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:
Support Process Control/Automation activities at plant sites.
* Provide Automation support to LNA sites to achieve a high level of equipment safety, network security and operational efficiencies.
* Follow LNA standards for automation systems to ensure continuity for best practices and effective support.
* Support and lead automation upgrades and implement corporate process control strategies and standards.
* Support the implementation of plant process networks and automation improvement projects.
* Support design and programming of process control and automation systems in the plants
* Support and programming of Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, Rockwell PlantPAx and Factory Talk View SE systems at the plants.
* Maintain process network and automation system at plants.
* Maintain regular backup of all devices (VMs, PLCs, HMI's, Network Switches, VFD's, etc.)
* Maintain up-to-date network architecture diagrams.
* Provide technical assistance to all plant personnel in troubleshooting and solving process control and automation system problems.
* Program, configure and setup, Allen Bradley 750 series drives, SMC Flex soft starts, E3 plus and E300 overloads.
* Set up maintenance, calibration and interconnectivity of precision instruments, meters, analyzers, scanners and other control/monitoring devices.
ATTRIBUTES:
* Advance Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC software including PLC5, SLC 500, RSLogic 5000, GE PLC's, and Modicon PLC's.
* Advance Knowledge of Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text, Control Loop along with associated Digital and Analog I/O and all other PLC hardware.
* Advance knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems including PlantPAx, Factory Talk View SE, Factory Talk Historian, Factory Talk Vision, Transaction Manager, ViewPoint, Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, and OSPI Vision.
* Knowledge of OT Networking including different network topologies, fiber installation best practices, Cisco and AB Stratix switch configurations.
* Knowledge of server-based systems using Server 2016, Server 2019 including experience with VMWare, Virtual servers, and VCenter.
* Experience with ACAD, MSSQL and other Microsoft Application Software.
* Industrial plant operations including mechanical, electrical and automation knowledge in low and AC/DC systems.
* Ability to analyze problems, learn how devices work, determine root causes, implement solutions safely, effectively and document work performed.
* Interpret complex technical/electrical solutions into plain-English knowledgebase articles and how-to guides for local plant maintenance personnel.
* Quickly ascertain the aspects of plant operations by communicating with other engineers, production and management personnel to develop an expert level understanding.
* Eagerness to self-develop and expand personal knowledge in automation systems such as emerging PLC technologies, Industrial Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Augmented Reality, Big Data Integration / Historian Systems and IIoT (Industry 4.0).
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Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:
* Ability to travel 50% to sites within US/Canada
* Will be working in both an office environment and in a mining process environment.
* The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time), standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
* Must be physically able to perform work assigned and capable of accessing all plant locations, which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
* Will require periodic travel to each of the regional locations as needed.
* Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
* Must respond to and address callouts/emergencies after regular business hours in the event of production down scenarios.
* Tolerate working outside in adverse weather conditions as well as exposure to extreme high or low temperatures, noise, and dust.
* Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, working on floating barges, and accessing tunnels.
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Required Experience: Minimum 5+ years' industrial experience in process controls/automation system design, operation and maintenance.
Required Education: College Degree, vocational/technical certification with an industrial automation/process controls focus, or equivalent experience required.
Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.
Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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