Job Description

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Welcome to Cascades!

At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: 

• Relocation assistance & Annual flexible reimbursement program 
• Profit Sharing plan
• Telemedicine, Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions 
• Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people) 

At our Bear Island facility in  Ashland   you can develop your full potential, sustainably, by applying your expertise within Cascades Packaging sector as the Automation Control Engineer :

*This position is located in Ashland, Virginia and relocation assistance is offered. 

• Conduct inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and monitoring of various automation systems, including but not limited to:  Valmet   DNA DCS controllers, ABB   VFD & controllers, Rockwell, Allen-Bradley E300 relays and ControlLogix, while proactively identifying issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous, reliable operation and optimal performance.

• Develop, program, and modify Variable Frequency Drives to improve system efficiency and adaptability for specific production requirements

• Collaborate with production teams to enhance plant operational efficiency by implementing logic-based control systems, optimizing workflows, and addressing specific process challenges

• Responsible for optimizing control systems through effective PID tuning to enhance system performance, stability, and response time in automated industrial processes

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all automation systems, including schematics, manuals, and standard operating procedures, to ensure clear communication and support efficient troubleshooting and future system upgrades

• Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive efficient problem-solving and ensure successful outcomes

Bring out the best in yourself! 

Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature by contributing with passion to our mission. You too, put forward your strengths: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering , or a related field or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation engineering, preferably in a paper mill or similar heavy industrial environment (operating 4160V)
• Expertise with automated industrial equipment, systems and processes in a manufacturing environment is a must
• Proficient in writing and maintaining code with programming languages such as Ladder Logic and Functional Block Diagram
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to interpret, evaluate and analyze facts and information to support problem solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills, with a proactive approach and expertise in prioritizing tasks effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues
• Some limited national travel could be necessary for training and development

We look forward to meeting you! 

 

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner. 

To be part of Cascades is to reveal the full potential of materials, people and ideas. We are source of possibilities since 1964. Cascades have been providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 10,000 talents working in a network in almost 70 operating units located in North America. 

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