Advanced Material Solutions was founded in Missoula, MT in 2018 and serves the semiconductor, photovoltaic and battery industries with custom technology solutions for silicon materials. We have developed and acquired core technology for the manufacturing of high purity silicon materials.
Process Controls Engineer: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Process Controls Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for designing, programming, and implementing industrial process control systems with a strong emphasis on PLC-based automation. The Process Controls Engineer will support ultra-high purity chemical manufacturing processes through control system design, implementation, and continuous improvement, while working closely with process engineering, operations, and customers.
The Role
- Process Control & Automation Design: Design, develop, and optimize process control systems for chemical manufacturing operations, from concept through commissioning and startup.
- PLC Programming & HMI Development: Develop, test, and maintain PLC programs and operator interfaces (HMIs) to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing systems. Lead PLC architecture design, control logic development, and troubleshooting activities.
- System Commissioning & Startup: Lead or support commissioning, startup, and optimization of control systems for new and existing processes, including factory and site acceptance testing.
- Documentation & Standards: Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control narratives, process descriptions, and other relevant engineering documentation.
- Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with process engineers, vendors, and customers to translate requirements into effective control solutions. Present technical concepts, system status, and improvement recommendations as needed.
- Instrumentation & Loop Control: Specify, commission, tune, and troubleshoot instrumentation and control loops for all types of process measurements (flow, pressure, temperature, level, and analytical instrumentation).
- All other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in process controls, automation, and PLC programming, preferably on the Siemens control platform in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical documentation and presentations.
- Project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to travel internationally
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Process Controls: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Missoula, MT 59801: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
