Kalispell, MT, USA
20 hours ago
Process Control/Automation Engineer

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking a Process Control/Automation Engineer for our Kalispell Plywood facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for mentoring electrical staff, troubleshooting issues, planning, developing and managing projects that address site safety and operational excellence improvements. This is a key technical position in the process control department and reports directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. The successful candidate must be committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic, and strong leadership skills.

Key Functions:

Implement preventative and predictive maintenance methods and systems to reduce unscheduled downtown and utilize reliable troubleshooting methods to ensure production volume, quality, and overall reliability goals are met. Train and mentor electrical technicians with a key focus on safety. Will work closely with industrial maintenance groups, including process control technicians, industrial electricians and millwrights. Execute project management approach to successfully implement electrical, power, and controls projects at the Kalispell complex site.

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking a Process Control/Automation Engineer for our Kalispell Plywood facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for mentoring electrical staff, troubleshooting issues, planning, developing and managing projects that address site safety and operational excellence improvements. This is a key technical position in the process control department and reports directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. The successful candidate must be committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic, and strong leadership skills.

Key Functions:

Implement preventative and predictive maintenance methods and systems to reduce unscheduled downtown and utilize reliable troubleshooting methods to ensure production volume, quality, and overall reliability goals are met. Train and mentor electrical technicians with a key focus on safety. Will work closely with industrial maintenance groups, including process control technicians, industrial electricians and millwrights. Execute project management approach to successfully implement electrical, power, and controls projects at the Kalispell complex site.Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field preferred3 years of experience in PLC programming preferred (Allen Bradley/Rockwell)High level of proficiency with PLC troubleshooting, HMI programming software (such as Wonderware, FactoryTalk View SE)Experience with VMware or hypervisor virtualization softwareAbility to program and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs)Experience with motion control design, implementation and troubleshooting preferredExperience with medium voltage power distribution preferredExperience with preventative and predictive maintenance systems and techniquesAbility to read and understand electrical power and control system schematicsAbility to identify root cause of problems and effectively initiate immediate corrective action to prevent reoccurrenceExperience in an industrial manufacturing environment preferredStrong planning and organization skillsExperience with SAP or other CMMS program Proficient computer skills in MS Office, other windows-based programs, and internet skillsExcellent communication skills and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively at all levels in the organizationStrong work ethic, good judgement and decision-making skillsMust be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, when necessary and ability to accept calls during non-business hoursResume and cover letter detailing education and work history required for consideration.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $97,400 to $146,000 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 10% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits:When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs.We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation:We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours.

Attention Internal Applicants:To ensure transparency across the organization, please have a discussion with your manager prior to applying for any new opportunities. If you need any help facilitating this conversation, please reach out to your HR Representative for guidance. For more information on how to apply, including best practices for updating your profile or partnering with HR and Recruiting, please visit our internal applicant page on Roots:wy.com/applicants.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field preferred3 years of experience in PLC programming preferred (Allen Bradley/Rockwell)High level of proficiency with PLC troubleshooting, HMI programming software (such as Wonderware, FactoryTalk View SE)Experience with VMware or hypervisor virtualization softwareAbility to program and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs)Experience with motion control design, implementation and troubleshooting preferredExperience with medium voltage power distribution preferredExperience with preventative and predictive maintenance systems and techniquesAbility to read and understand electrical power and control system schematicsAbility to identify root cause of problems and effectively initiate immediate corrective action to prevent reoccurrenceExperience in an industrial manufacturing environment preferredStrong planning and organization skillsExperience with SAP or other CMMS program Proficient computer skills in MS Office, other windows-based programs, and internet skillsExcellent communication skills and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively at all levels in the organizationStrong work ethic, good judgement and decision-making skillsMust be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, when necessary and ability to accept calls during non-business hoursResume and cover letter detailing education and work history required for consideration.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $97,400 to $146,000 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 10% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits:When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs.We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation:We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours.

Attention Internal Applicants:To ensure transparency across the organization, please have a discussion with your manager prior to applying for any new opportunities. If you need any help facilitating this conversation, please reach out to your HR Representative for guidance. For more information on how to apply, including best practices for updating your profile or partnering with HR and Recruiting, please visit our internal applicant page on Roots:wy.com/applicants.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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