Senior Process Control Engineer

Where you will workLewiston is Clearwater Paper’s original manufacturing facility and home to nearly 700 dedicated team members who power our site. Together, we make paperboard used in products across the United States, including food packaging, plates, cups and more. Home to the first mill that produced poster board from wood waste, the site currently operates two paper machines, two extruders, two power boilers and two recovery boilers. Located where the Snake and Clearwater rivers meet on the Idaho-Washington border, Lewiston offers an active outdoor lifecycle with easy access to fishing, boating, hiking and camping. The region’s milder climate means more rain than snow in the winter and long, sunny days in the summer.Living here means you’ll be close to Lewis-Clark State College, University of Idaho, Washington State University, and Walla Walla Community College, as well as strong local K–12 school districts.What You Will DoThe Senior Process Control Engineer is responsible for process improvement/optimization, product development, quality, and process support.Process Control Systems and Performance IntegrityMaintain integrity and performance of systems, process controls, plant historian and networksProvide direct hands-on on-call support on rotating 24x7 basisRespond to calls for control system hardware malfunctions and repair those malfunctions, including control system processors, control system i/o sub systems and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systemsRespond to calls for control system software problems and repair those problems including loop configuration, graphics configuration, and timing issuesRespond to calls for problems calibrating or setting up field instruments, valves and motorsRespond to calls for process network infrastructure problems and repair those problems, including problems with switches, fiber optic converters, cabling and power distributionAdd and modify data history collection parameters to optimize information available vs space requirementsPlan and implement timely upgrades and maintenanceTest bandwidth and network loadingManage Equipment and VendorsSupport the efforts of other engineers, sub-contractors, bargaining unit personnel and temporary workers to accomplish the necessary control systems workPurchase required equipmentAssist in development of implementation plans for installation of equipmentMonitor vendor and employee implementationSupervise testing of installed equipment to guarantee adequate performanceEvaluate vendor implementation plans for installation of equipmentEvaluate vendor proposalsObtain price quotes for equipmentGenerate JD Edwards purchase ordersDesign, implement, and/or program DCS/PLC and other control systemsDesign, implement and/or program DCS/PLC and other control systemsDevelop and implement new additions or enhancements to process control systems within systems standardsAdd new loops in DeltaVAdd and modify PLC ladder logic for Allen Bradley systemsConfigure OPC servers for cross system communicationDesign and implement security systemsSolicit proposals for upgrades or migrations from out of date or poorly functioning systemsCreate and implement advanced process control systems (APC)Evaluate advanced process control proposalsConfigure historical collection systemsAdd advanced control to existing loopsCreate simulation system for testing control systemsTest implementations to guarantee adequate performanceBuild custom serial cables for custom interface requirementsDesign and implement interfaces between various systemsAssure proper functioning of version control softwarePerform system administrator functionsPerform system administrator functions on the process networks providing security protection procedures updates and backup of software and data as requiredBackup DCS database and verify restoreDesign and implement backup servers for mission critical rolesConfigure firewalls and DMZ to protect control networksInstall Windows and VMS operating systemsUpdate software versions for Rockwell and DeltaV systems, including updating servers, workstations, and operator stationsInstall patches on Windows serversDevelop standards and proceduresDevelops standards and procedures to perform various functions on systems and review work of engineers, vendors and contractors for compliance with and adherence to standardsDevelop interlock standardsVerify compliance with interlock standardsDevelop tag naming and wire labelling standardsVerify compliance with tag naming and wire labelling standardsDevelop graphics and module creation standardsVerify compliance with Graphics standardsVerify compliance with module creation standardsTrainingTrain others in proper, effective use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of systems and networksDetermine and attend relevant training to advance personal knowledge in subject areas to benefit process control and optimizationDetermine training needs and schedule training classes for employeesTrain hourly employees in the use of Allen Bradley, DeltaV configuration and diagnostic software if applicableTrain hourly employees to find root cause of control system problemsTrain instrument mechanics on use of AMSTrain hourly employees in the use of maintenance tracking softwareKey Competencies & AttributesActively seeks and allocates appropriate decision-making authority or task responsibility to appropriate individuals based on their abilities, availability, motivation, and development needs; considers potential positive and negative impact, business unit priorities, organizational values, and the opportunity to enhance others’ knowledge and skillsIdentifies barriers that impact customer service and retention; communicates concerns and recommendations to othersUses understanding of customer needs and the organization’s customer service practices to set priorities, make decisions, and take actions that create customer satisfaction and prevent service issues from occurringCreates relevant options for addressing problems and opportunities that will achieve desired outcomesSystematically evaluates business opportunities, targeting those with the greatest potential for producing positive business resultsWhat You Will NeedBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, EET or a related engineering field required5+ years of relevant process control systems experience required5+ years of operational experience preferred5+ years drive configuration experience requiredPaper Machine Coordinated drives experience preferredSEL 12kv system configuration preferredProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAutoCAD experience preferredDemonstrated ability to effectively work with vendors, managers, and production employees to achieve goalsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCapable of managing Process Safety Management programsMust be capable of understanding and troubleshooting complex industrial systems and equipmentUnderstanding of LEAN manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) concepts preferredHigh speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfacesPersonal Protective Equipment required in mill environmentDirt, noise, odor, and temperature extremesClimbing stairs, ladders, and scaffoldingExposure to hazardous chemicals used in manufacturing processTotal Rewards Details We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com.Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.#ClearwaterPaper #LewistonThis role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.