Controls Engineer

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  • Defiance, OH
  • $100,000-150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Controls Engineer – Paper Industry (Plant Construction & Operations)Position Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and commissioning of control systems for a paper manufacturing plant—beginning in construction and continuing through ongoing operations.Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement PLC and HMI programs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens) for new and existing paper-machine lines
  • Configure and integrate Distributed Control Systems (DCS) specific to paper-making processes
  • Collaborate with project managers, electrical teams, and contractors to ensure on-time delivery of control solutions
  • Lead capital-project controls scope: define requirements, manage schedules, oversee budgets, and coordinate testing & start-up activities
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
  • Troubleshoot and optimize control strategies post-commissioning to maximize machine reliability and performance
RequirementsBachelor of Science in Electrical, Controls, or Automation EngineeringExtensive hands-on experience with DCS on paper machines (mandatory)Proven PLC and HMI programming expertise with both Allen-Bradley and Siemens platformsStrong capital-project management background, including scope definition, scheduling, and cost controlDemonstrated leadership skills and ability to guide a multidisciplinary project teamPrior experience in the paper manufacturing industry (required)BenefitsWhy Join Us?Contribute to a major plant expansion in the paper industry, work on cutting-edge control technologies, and help shape long-term operations and reliability. Your expertise will directly impact our production quality and efficiency. We value deep industry knowledge and hands-on skill, so compensation will reflect your proven experience—salary discussions will be driven by expertise, not range limits.

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