JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Process Controls Engineer to support the development of new manufacturing processes and the optimization/improvement of existing processes. This role provides the opportunity to significantly impact process efficiency and plant profitability across diverse business areas.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Domestic travel up to 25% depending on project needs

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with controls-focused coursework
• Master’s degree preferred
• New graduates with relevant internship experience will be considered

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1 to 5 years of manufacturing industry experience
• New graduates with relevant internship experience may apply

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Classical control theory and PID loop tuning/analysis
• Familiarity with advanced process control methods (MPC, non-linear, cascade, feed-forward control)
• MATLAB/Simulink programming
• Controls-oriented modeling (system identification)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to present technical content effectively
• Capability to work in manufacturing settings
• Works well independently and in team environments
• Results-driven and self-motivated
• Values diverse team collaboration

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong technical curiosity
• Programming in Python, C++, or .NET languages (C#, VB)
• Interest or experience in PLC and IEC-based programming (ladder, structured text)
• Experience working in or leading cross-functional and global teams
• Experience with MPC implementation and tuning
• Familiarity with multivariate statistical process control (e.g., PCA, PLS)
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $29.00 - $30.80 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In perso

ROLE TYPE

• Local candidates strongly preferred
• Open to non-local candidates willing to relocate at their own expense
• Interview process: Phone screen, followed by onsite interview (preferred for local candidates)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and implement classical and advanced process control solutions in manufacturing environments
• Work individually or on multidisciplinary teams with experienced professionals
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gain process knowledge and identify control opportunities
• Evaluate and enhance existing control strategies to improve process efficiency and profitability
• Develop and maintain model predictive control (MPC) solutions
• Define hardware/software platforms for control implementations
• Facilitate the transfer of control technologies into manufacturing and provide training
• Generate technical reports, invention disclosures, and patent applications