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We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us.\nWe believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.\nPOSITION SUMMARY: The Automation Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining and supporting process network and control systems for the Lhoist Apex Plant (mining and manufacturing) and similar systems across multiple Lhoist production sites. The Automation Engineer troubleshoots and solves on site instrumentation, process control and network system problems. The Automation Engineer provides technical support for data engineering and reporting, from data acquisition to storage and MES systems, and developing reporting tools.\nRESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:\nSupport Process Control and Automation Systems at plant sites.\nProvide Automation support to LNA sites to ensure equipment safety, network security and operational efficiencies.\nWork with other teams (Production, Maintenance, Engineering) to accurately understand problems and priorities and collaborate on solutions.\nTroubleshoot and fix problems fast when instruments or control systems stop working to keep production running.\nImprove processes by making changes to control settings or automation to save time, reduce waste, and improve quality.\nProgram and maintain systems like VMIs, PLCs, HMIs, Network Switches to control equipment and monitor performance.\nManage engineering data, including acquisition, cleaning, transformation, storage, security, data visualization and reporting.\nFollow LNA standards and best practices for automation systems. Maintain up-to-date network architecture diagrams.\nSupport the implementation of plant process networks and automation upgrades and improvement projects.\nSupport and programming of Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, Rockwell PlantPAx and Factory Talk View SE systems at the plants.\nProgram, configure and setup, Allen Bradley 750 series drives, SMC Flex soft starts, E3 plus and E300 overloads.\nSet up maintenance, calibration and interconnectivity of precision instruments, meters, analyzers, scanners and other control/monitoring devices.\nATTRIBUTES:\nAdvance Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC software including PLC5, SLC 500, RSLogic 5000, GE PLC’s, and Modicon PLC’s.\nAdvance Knowledge of Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text, Control Loop along with associated Digital and Analog I/O and all other PLC hardware.\nAdvance knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems including PlantPAx, Factory Talk View SE, Factory Talk Historian, Factory Talk Vision, Transaction Manager, ViewPoint, Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, and OSPI Vision.\nKnowledge of OT Networking including different network topologies, fiber installation best practices, Cisco and AB Stratix switch configurations.\nKnowledge of server-based systems using Server 2016, Server 2019 including experience with VMWare, Virtual servers, and VCenter.\nExperience with ACAD, MSSQL and other Microsoft Application Software.\nIndustrial plant operations including mechanical, electrical and automation knowledge in low current and AC/DC systems.\nAbility to analyze problems, learn how devices work, determine root causes, implement solutions safely, effectively and document work performed.\nInterpret complex technical/electrical solutions into plain-English knowledgebase articles and how-to guides for local plant maintenance personnel.\nTeamwork through communicating with other engineers, production and management personnel to develop an expert level of understanding.\nEagerness to self-develop and expand personal knowledge in automation systems such as emerging PLC technologies, Industrial Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Augmented Reality, Big Data Integration / Historian Systems and IIoT (Industry 4.0).\nPhysical Demands include, but are not limited to:\nAbility to travel 10% to sites within US/Canada\nWill be working in both an office environment and in a mining process environment.\nThe employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time), standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.\nMust be physically able to perform work assigned and capable of accessing all plant locations, which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.\nWill require periodic travel to each of the regional locations as needed.\nMust be physically able to perform work assigned.\nMust respond to and address callouts/emergencies after regular business hours in the event of production down scenarios.\nTolerate working outside in adverse weather conditions as well as exposure to extreme high or low temperatures, noise, and dust.\nAccess all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, working on floating barges, and accessing tunnels.\nAble to lift up to 50 pounds.\nRequired Experience:\nMinimum 5+ years’ industrial experience in process controls/automation system design, operation and maintenance.\nPreferred experience:\nIn a mining or lime/cement/minerals manufacturing environment.\nRequired Education:\nBachelor’s Degree in Automation Engineering or alternatively Electrical, Process Control, Mechatronic or Industrial Engineering degree with major or Master qualifications in Automation\nPreferred Education:\nBachelor of Science in Automation Engineering (B.S.E)\nLhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.\nOur benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time. We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future. We recognize that growth doesn’t stop at the workplace. That’s why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.\nAt Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.\nLhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\nWe are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.\nAt Lhoist North America, inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s a core part of who we are.\nIf you need assistance completing the application process, please contact . 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