Process Control Engineer

Position Title

JOB DESCRIPTION

Process Control Engineer

Pay Rate

$89,000 - $135,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Prattville, Alabama

The Prattville Mill is currently seeking a Process Control Engineer The Prattville Mill is a complex, fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility with two machines. The mill includes multiple process lines of wood handling, pulping, power and recovery, and effluent treatment. The position works within the Maintenance group and reports to the Area Maintenance Manager.

The Job You Will Perform

• Design and develop process control systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and product quality.
• Program, configure, and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Quality Control Systems (QCS).
• Develop and implement control strategies including PID, Advanced Process Control (APC), and Model Predictive Control (MPC).
• Monitor and analyze process data and control system performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot process control, automation, instrumentation, and quality systems to minimize downtime and support operational reliability.
• Optimize control loops and system parameters to improve process stability and performance.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance support for QCS instrumentation, sensors, scanners, and gauge platforms.
• Develop and maintain maintenance strategies for QCS systems on both paper machines.
• Lead or support process control and automation projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
• Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, and Engineering teams to achieve project and business objectives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including control narratives, system specifications, and P&IDs.
• Ensure control systems comply with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of safety instrumented systems.
• Participate in risk assessments and process hazard analyses as required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, process optimization, and reliability improvements.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in process control and automation.
• Provide technical training and support to operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Skills You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. Associate degree holders or candidates with significant applicable industrial experience may also be considered.
• Minimum of five years of process control engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required; seven or more years preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Honeywell, ABB, and/or Valmet QCS platforms is required.
• Experience programming, configuring, and troubleshooting DCS, HMI, and process control systems is preferred.
• Strong understanding of process control principles including PID control, APC, and MPC.
• Experience with control system design and analysis tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of industry standards and regulations including ISA, IEC, and NFPA standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP or similar maintenance management systems is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] or (877) 973-3919.