Process Control Engineer Technician

Ahlstrom•De Pere, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ahlstrom is seeking a Process Control Engineer Technician at the Nicolet plant in De Pere, Wisconsin. This position has responsibility for aiding in the day-to-day troubleshooting of process control / quality control issues, execution of corrective actions and management of capital and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
High safety awareness and focus on injury prevention
Strong technical aptitude
Quality mindset with an emphasis on continuous improvement
Strong leadership skills
Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization
Ability to coordinate operations and maintenances teams in performing upgrades and troubleshooting issues to support continuous improvement efforts
Project management and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Experience with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Instrumentation, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred; E&I Journeyman status and/or equivalent related experience will also be considered.
Experience in maintenance, manufacturing, process control, automation or related field preferred
ABB and Rockwell Automation platform experience preferred

Responsibilities

Configure, program, and maintain PLC, DCS, electrical Drives, and HMI systems to support reliable plant operations.
Tune control loops (including PID loops) and develop advanced control strategies to reduce operational variability, improve efficiency, and increase production output
Assist with capital projects, system upgrades, equipment installations, commissioning, and startup activities by providing technical expertise and control system support
Diagnose instrumentation, electrical, and automation failures; perform root cause analysis; and support corrective actions that improve plant reliability and uptime
Ensure control systems, instrumentation, and automation practices comply with safety standards, environmental requirements, company procedures, and applicable regulatory guidelines
Maintain accurate control system documentation, including logic diagrams, loop sheets, wiring drawings, configuration records, and change management documentation
Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, IT, vendors, and contractors to resolve issues, implement improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives
Participate in the on-call coverage rotation
Provide technical guidance and training to operators, maintenance personnel, and team members on control systems, instrumentation, and automation-related processes
Provide coverage for start-ups from down days and outages
Maintain quality control, scanner, and web inspection systems
Assist in maintaining power distribution and environmental compliance systems
Develop and/or manage training sessions for craftsman in maintenance related topics
Must follow Ahlstrom’s manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, as applicable, to the position’s areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper