Automation & Process Control Engineer (PLC)
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At DuPont, we are working on things that matter; whether it's providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world.If you would like tobe a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company foryou!We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.WHY JOIN US?Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter!Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results.Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.We are hiring an Automation & Process Control Engineer (PLC) for our Spruance site located in Richmond, VA.The successful candidate will provide automation and process control technical services to one of the three production units on site in support of top line growth, capital projects, asset effectiveness improvements and troubleshooting support. The A&PC Engineer will apply control system design principles and knowledge to support the development, implementation, commissioning, and validation of the successful operation of applications.The DuPont Spruance Site (Richmond, VA) is a large multi-line of business manufacturing facility that produces Kevlar, Nomex and Tyvek for a wide range of applications across multiple industries e.g., safety, protection, construction, packaging, electrical and many more.Your Key Responsibilities:* Designs and commission control systems by developing PLC and Drive system configuration.* Automates and manages existing automation of process functions.* Develops HMI graphics that enable efficient technician response and knowledge of the process operation.* Provides control systems input into project development and design schedules.* Ensures that the control software management is adequate and applied to achieve the site's goals.* Provides programming and commissioning support, basic administration of control systems including monitoring and upkeep of applications.* Acts as a resource for operations and maintenance on procedures, training, and standards.* Coaches teams and individuals on PLC and drive related tasks and activities.* Participates in and leads control system projects as required.* Participates with investigations of process control incidents and ensures follow-up actions are completed to prevent recurrences.* Assists in developing and achieving control system goals and ensures tasks are completed.* Member of a team that provides support, as needed, to control systems across the site for reliable 24/7 operation of production assets.* Occasional travel (