Process Controls Engineer

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title: 

Process Controls Engineer

Pay Rate:

$89,000 - $124,500

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

801 42nd Street

Springfield, OR 97478

The Job You Will Perform:

The Process Control Engineer is an integral position in the maintenance and engineering organization in the maintenance and engineering organization, reporting directly to the Process Controls Manager. The Process Controls Engineer will work closely with a variety of different functional groups throughout the mill including: operations, maintenance, reliability, capital engineering, manufacturing excellence, and management. This position will have on call responsibilities and report directly to the Engineering Manager.

This position is responsible for:

• Ownership, administration, design, and maintenance of critical mill control systems, networks, assets, communication, and equipment including DCSs, PLCs, HMIs, Drives, serial networks, and networked Windows systems
• Ownership, administration, monitoring, and maintenance of control systems’ security, back-ups, and recovery schemes
• Designing and implementing process control strategies to support new and existing processes responsible for process efficiency improvements and optimization, process variability reduction, compliance with environmental and safety requirements, and equipment/process reliability.
• Optimization of mill processes via subsystem balancing, supervisory controls, loop tuning, etc.
• Repairing, or assisting in the repair of, both operational and functional Control System related problems
• Supporting the training of operators and maintenance personnel on control or system functionality
• Promoting the business continuity of process control systems through documentation, training, and management-of-change
• Assisting with and/or acting as a project manager for capital improvement projects including the design, selection, and approval of both automation hardware and software
• Assisting with management of vendors and contractors on-site, including representing the company as an on-site Contract Coordinator
• Assisting with Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFAs)
• Sharing responsibility for providing weekend and off-hour support for all Process Control and mill electrical and instrumentation needs
• Key customers include plant operators and supervisors, technical and business groups, and maintenance employees.
• Support training of operators and maintenance personnel on new control functions.
• Assist technical groups with process improvement activities.
• Assist in process/maintenance troubleshooting activities and RCFA investigations.
• Other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

• 5+ years’ experience as a process control engineer is highly preferred.
• Process knowledge in Pulp and Paper manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in other manufacturing/engineering positions will be considered.
• The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and safety leadership, as well as effective facilitation, project execution, and follow-up and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Proficient to advanced skills and knowledge with MS Office and Network Applications is required.
• Experience with the following infrastructure and programming: Foxboro I/A, Allen Bradley PLC, Honeywell TDC3000, Honeywell Experion, ABB 800xA, GE Mark-IV, and ABB DriveComposer
• Experience with OPCDA, OPCUA, Modbus, and AIM*API protocols
• Experience using and developing P&ID, loop sheets, wiring diagrams, and strategy narratives.
• Networking certifications (Network+, Cisco CCNA, IMINS, etc.)
• Cybersecurity Certifications (Security+, IEC62443, CISSP, etc.)
• Action Oriented, Decision Quality, Drives Results, Customer Focus, Communicates Effectively, Interpersonal Savvy, Manges Ambiguity, Plans and Aligns, Manages Complexity 

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Springfield  OR  97478