Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer

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) Engineer to join their Digital Products & Solutions team in Alpharetta, Georgia.

 

As an APC Engineer, you will work alongside our team of process and automation experts to provide guidance and solutions to our Pulp & Paper customers that will optimize their industrial processes, improve quality, and enhance operational efficiency. Your expertise and guidance will be instrumental in achieving these objectives and ensuring customer satisfaction.

 

What you will be doing:

 

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

• You will apply your deep knowledge of process control and automation systems to understand and analyze the specific processes within the Pulp & Paper mill. This expertise will enable you to identify areas where advanced control strategies can be implemented to improve efficiency and quality.
• As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate closely with our Pulp & Paper customers to assess their existing processes, identify pain points, and understand their production objectives. Based on this analysis you will provide recommendations and technical support to implement advanced control solutions.
• Working with our team of process and automation experts, you will design and develop advanced control solutions tailored to the unique needs of each customer. This may involve the design of control algorithms and the integration of sensors and instrumentation.
• You will oversee the implementation of advanced control systems in the customer's mill. This may involve configuring and tuning control loops, conducting system testing, and ensuring seamless integration with existing automation systems.
• You will use ANDRITZ’ proprietary Metris software to continuously monitor and analyze mill performance. This includes analyzing real-time data, diagnosing any issues or deviations, and fine-tuning the control algorithms as necessary to optimize process performance.
• Your expertise will play a pivotal role in improving product quality. By implementing advanced control strategies, you can help minimize variations, reduce defects, and ensure consistent product quality, which is critical in the Pulp & Paper industry.
• You may be involved in training our customer’s personnel to operate and maintain the advanced control systems effectively. Knowledge transfer is essential to ensure the long-term success of these solutions.

 

Who you are:

 

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

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in process control and automation
• Basic knowledge of Pulp & Paper industrial processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for data analysis and process control; programming experience with DCS (Distributed