Automation Engineer

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As an Automation Engineer at Valmet, you will be part of our Engineering Services team and apply your skills and experiences to support the performance of the large-scale papermaking equipment at our customers facilities across North America.

• Developing the machine code in PLC or DCS systems as well as Human Machine Interface (HMI), software so that equipment functions as specified.
• Testing software modifications to the extent possible prior to delivery (shop test).

You will participate in, or lead start up activities at customer sites which include:

• Checkout of electrical, PLC and HMI portions
• Commissioning of equipment such that specifications are met.
• Deliver technical training to customers' operators and/or maintenance personnel as needed
• Making return trips to the site to eliminate warranty issues or address customer needs

What you'll need

A two or four-year degree in Engineering, Papermaking Technology, programming, or a related field; three to five years’ experience in a technical role within the papermaking industry or a related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Understanding of PLC programming with knowledge of Rockwell software. Knowledge of papermaking machinery and hydraulic systems a plus, but not required.

We're willing to work with motivated individuals for their career at Valmet.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service knowledge – and teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers

Valmet is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, notational origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.