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Process Control Engineer

Valliant, OK

Valliant, Oklahoma – PL12

 

Salary Range ($89,000-$118,600) - Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills, and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short–term incentive plan.

 

The Job You Will Perform:

The Valliant mill is a 5,000+ ton per day containerboard mill with 3 paper machines, 3 continuous digesters, 3 secondary fiber plants and a utilities/chemical recovery complex. It currently operates with over 350 mill employees, 150 contract maintenance employees, and 150 other contractors in a results oriented environment.

 

This position will report to the Process Control Manager in Valliant, Oklahoma. This individual will foster the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the Valliant Mill primarily by implementing and improving control strategies, and by maintaining and improving control systems.  Control systems are broadly defined to include any closed loop control device independent of technology, including, but not limited to: DCS, PLC, QCS, Drives, Turbine Generator Control, individual PID controllers, sensors/actuators, and the communication devices and networks than link them together.

 

Key Accountabilities (include but not limited to):

Develop a deep understanding of the mill processes, controls, and control equipment, and be able to effectively communicate this information to others to improve quality, stabilize processes, and ultimately improve profitability. Lead/Support production and maintenance teams in troubleshooting issues including process system problems and quality issues, as well as aiding or leading process optimization efforts. Act as a mentor to transfer expertise to operations, maintenance, and engineering team members.  Assume ownership of overall control design including development of functional descriptions, Control System Implementation/programming, as well as check-out, commissioning, documenting, and startup support for new equipment and strategies. Assume ownership of control equipment by identifying obsolescence, improvement opportunities, and deficiencies.  Develop and champion solutions.   Become Competent in all current mill DCS/PLC programming and troubleshooting.  Manage contractors, especially those working on controls system or components.   Perform basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned.  Assume ownership of area Alarm Management activities. Assume ownership of area IEPM efforts. Assume ownership of Critical Loop Performance (CLPM) including loop optimization/tuning, and the associated reports. Develop new and optimize existing operator graphical interfaces. Troubleshoot Ethernet networks and configure switches. Troubleshoot and configure computing equipment.

 

The Skills You Will Bring:

Bachelor’s degree preferably in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Pulp & Paper Technology, or equivalent experience. Three years of engineering experience preferred. Possess good skills in written and oral communication, problem solving, time management, and conflict resolution.  Strong computer knowledge and skills that include experience with spreadsheets, word processing and computer aided drafting (AutoCAD loop sheets, P&IDs, Elementaries). Ability to excel with minimal supervision in a team environment.  Willing to work weekend duty on a rotating basis. Willing to work overtime or odd hours as required to meet goals, support operations during abnormal conditions, or to correct malfunctioning control systems or strategies.

 

Competencies:

Action Oriented Functional/Technical Skills Informing Customer Focus Organizing Planning Priority Setting Process Management Problem Solving

The Benefits You Will Enjoy- 

Paid time off including vacation and holidays Retirement and 401k matching program Medical and Dental Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement) Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 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. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Enjoy:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue, and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, and North Africa, and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting International Paper.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 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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Valliant  OK  74764