Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineering Lead

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

 

Who we are:

 

ANDRITZ stands for passion, partnership, perspectives, and versatility - core values to which the company is committed. The listed Group is headquartered in Graz, Austria. With almost 170 years of experience, 29,000 employees, and more than 280 locations in over 40 countries worldwide, ANDRITZ is a reliable and competent partner and helps its customers to achieve their corporate and sustainability goals.

 

ANDRITZ’ Automation & Digitalization division makes plants efficient and profitable. With our plant control systems, simulation, and advanced control tools, we help plants quickly become operationally ready through comprehensive process know-how and pre-tested components. Customers receive individual solutions based on their needs, following all required standards to ensure a smooth workflow starting with quotation engineering, project management, hardware and software engineering to erection work, start-up and operator training, and continuing with maintenance and engineering work for expansions and improvements.

 

The close cooperation between our automation experts and all business areas within the ANDRITZ GROUP means a concentration of process knowledge that creates significant advantages and customer-focused solutions.

 

About the opportunity:

 

Our Automation & Digitalization division is looking for a customer-focused Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineering Lead to join their Digital Products & Solutions team in Alpharetta, Georgia.

 

As the Advanced Process Control (APC) Team Lead at ANDRITZ, you play a pivotal role in optimizing industrial processes within the Pulp & Paper industry. Your leadership will guide a team of process and automation experts, ensuring the successful execution of APC projects, adherence to quality and safety standards, and the development of innovative solutions. Your commitment to our core values and behaviors will foster a culture of excellence.

 

What you will be doing:

 

Here’s an overview of your responsibilities and how you can leverage your expertise:

• Lead, inspire, and guide a small team of process control and APC experts.
• Establish clear objectives, monitor progress, and cultivate a culture aligned with ANDRITZ core values.
• Develop training APC sessions for new process control engineers.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee end-to-end management of APC projects, ensuring they are on time and within budget.
• Coordinate projects to deliver maximum value to our Pulp & Paper industry customers.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Formulate and execute APC strategies customized for the Pulp & Paper industry.
• Align APC goals with customer needs and broader business objectives.
• Offer technical guidance on complex process control challenges and lead in developing optimal solutions.
• Ensure team adherence to industry regulations, safety standards, customer requirements, and the ANDRITZ Quality Management System.
• Collaborate with team members and subject matter experts to develop comprehensive training programs for process and automation experts.
• Implement training programs in line with industry best practices and organizational needs.
• Measure individual and team performance and provide constructive feedback for professional growth.
• Maintain accurate project documentation.
• Produce presentations and reports as required to communicate project status and results effectively.

 

Who you are:

 

When selecting candidates, we will be looking for the following:

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering
• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience in industrial process control and/or automation with at least four (4) of those years in APC, including successful APC implementations
• Minimum of two (2) years’ project management experience
• Strong knowledge of Pulp & Paper industrial processes
• Proven leadership experience and team management skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Strong understanding of industry regulations, safety standards, and quality management systems
• Proficiency in relevant software and too