Engineer Automation I
Paulding, OH, US, 45879
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Holicm is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.
Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.
The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Automation Engineer is responsible for plant process control system [PCS] specification, application programming, testing, commissioning and maintenance. The incumbent applies the PCS as a tool for improvement of plant performance including rate, availability, OEE and MTBF. Other responsibilities include facilitating use of the PCS as a resource for Process, Maintenance, Production, Shipping, Environmental and Quality Departments.
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
- Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
- Manage and maintain all process related hardware, software and documentation within the confine of the control room and server room.
- Prevent downtime due to faults; continuous improvement to extend life of existing PCS and facilitate eventual upgrade or replacement.
- Programming of Rockwell Contrologix PLC’s, Factorytalk RSView HMI’s, VMWare Network Virtualization.
- Support installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation. Assure integration of new systems into plant operations.
- Use of the PCS to provide information for management or other reporting functions (high degree of involvement with environmental reporting and permit compliance).
- Responsible for the revision, testing, and distribution of GFSs for new and revamped systems and user competency training.
- Ensures the development, review and implementation of Systems Standard Operating procedures (SOPS).
- Work closely with Electrical, Reliability and Process Engineers to analyze, improve and document all aspects of operations.
- Extensive knowledge of high and low voltage power distribution systems, weighing and batching systems, instrumentations, high level control and expert systems, PLC control and machinery interlocking systems, variable speed drives and motor control systems.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree or years of equivalent experience
Field of Study Preferred: Computer Science, Electrical/Instrumentation, Process Control
Required Work Experience: 3 years of experience
Required Training/Certifications: Microsoft Office, SAP
Additional Requirements:
Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
● Competitive salary
● Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
● Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
● Holistic Health & Well-being programs
● Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
● Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
● Paid time off & paid holidays
● Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
● Educational Assistance Program
● Dress for your day
YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
Holcim offers endless opportunities for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With Holcim you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.
Nearest Major Market: Lima
Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay