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Oil-Dri Corporation of America · 4 months ago

Control Engineer II

Blue Mountain, MS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products. The Controls Engineer II is responsible for designing and improving manufacturing equipment and systems, focusing on enhancing production efficiency and quality through process control integration.

ManufacturingMining

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Integrate process controls into existing operations to improve rates, yield, quality, and reduce operator input

Lead and manage projects independently, handling complex scopes in processing, packaging, and mining, including projects over $1 million

Demonstrate expertise in Allen Bradley process controls and Historian Data Management tools for monitoring and analyzing data

Scope projects for process improvement using data-driven insights

Assemble, train, and lead teams for project completion at a global level, effectively managing resources outside direct control

Collaborate to create and manage project documentation, including P&IDs, layouts, schedules, cost estimates, and project economics

Conduct engineering calculations for material/energy balances and equipment sizing

Provide guidance to consultants, contractors, and service providers

Offer engineering expertise to support maintenance and operations teams

Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and objectives

Document and train teams on new processes to support multiple departments

Maintain project records and ensure compliance with company standards

Collaborate closely with operations and maintenance teams for continuous feedback and integration of practical ideas

Develop cost estimates and manage project budgets, approvals, and expenditure tracking

Ensure compliance with safety policies and proactively work toward company goals

Maintain confidentiality and be willing to travel up to 20% as required, with occasional extended stays

Use data gathered to determine the scope of work that can result in process improvement

Make engineering calculations related to material and energy balances, equipment sizing, selection of materials, structural design, etc

Provide clear and effective guidance to consultants, contractors, and other outside services under your direction

Provide engineering services and expertise to maintenance and operating managers

Document projects and processes and provide training as required to support operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and others as needed

Maintain project records according to established policies

Consult exhaustively with operations and maintenance at every step to ensure their needs are met and their ideas are considered when appropriate

Build effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, and workers

Endorse or make cost estimates for capital projects and initiate capital requests

Direct activities and approve expenditures for the projects you manage

Confirm and approve project invoices

Maintain and report performance against budget, including amounts committed, paid, and forecast to complete

Perform other duties as required

Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report any unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources

Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals

Apply effective written and verbal communication

Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing, or using it for the benefit of third parties

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCProject Management certificationProcess control designPower DistributionData analysisMultitaskingLeadershipCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Science, or equivalent is required

3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to process control design, packaging, and plant infrastructure

Proficiency in Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC, Ethernet/IP network, instrumentation, and controls

Power Distribution – Three-phase power (480 VAC) design and troubleshooting

Layout, specification, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of switchgear and panel boards

Troubleshoot contactors and relays based on schematic drawings

Experience with Allen Bradley PanelView, AB Servo, AB VFD drives, and HMI programming

Familiarity with VFDs, encoders, and network controls (Ethernet)

Advanced math skills, including statistical analysis and the application of various mathematical concepts

Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills

Strong leadership, communication, and project management abilities

Proficiency in project management, database, and spreadsheet software

Willingness to work extended hours as needed, including weekends

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work with minimal supervision

Preferred

Certification in Project Management is preferred

Project Management certification (e.g., PMI) or equivalent project management experience is recommended

Experience with solids handling, combustion, drying operations, milling, screening, and environmental compliance

Company

Oil-Dri Corporation of America

At Oil-Dri, we continue to lead the market in the manufacturing of high-quality, sorbent products for consumer and business-to-business markets.

Founded in 1941

Chicago, Illinois, USA

501-1000 employees

http://oildri.com

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