Process Control Engineering Specialist

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a highly skilled Process Control Engineer to optimize industrial processes and implement automation solutions. The role leads process control system design, project execution, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and multidisciplinary team coordination while supporting projects remotely and traveling up to 75% of the time.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions on time and within budget
• Develop and maintain process documentation, technical specifications, and project reports
• Lead the design and implementation for process control systems for industrial operations
• Lead and facilitate Factory Acceptance Tests, high fidelity simulator, safety instrumented systems including engineering contractor performance and schedules
• Identify internal and external resources needed to meet system performance targets and troubleshoot control issues to ensure operational reliability
• Facilitate instrumentation and control commissioning in the project
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process control engineering and automation
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and Electrical Engineering or related field or a minimum of 15 years requisite experience
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including leading multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership abilities
• Able and willing to travel up to 75% (project dependent)
• Experience in large capital project execution across multiple process areas
• Proficiency with PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and other automation platforms
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Experience in paper manufacturing, chemical processing, or related industries preferred