Process Control Engineer II Electrical Lead

Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Process Control Engineer II to join our Engineered Wood Products facility in McComb, MS. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position and reports to the Maintenance Manager. As a Process Control Engineer II, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with various teams across our plant to set up and maintain automation in the manufacturing processes. Serving as the site expert on automation platforms, you will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations. Additionally, you will assist, consult, and occasionally lead site-specific projects, demonstrating a commitment to safety and clear communication throughout the organization. Key Functions: - Lead, develop, and support application of process and process control best practices. Including joining with mill leadership to develop mid- and long-term process control network strategies - Understand and share industry best practices, equipment options and proven strategies for manufacturing control systems and applications - Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, variability reduction, and cost reduction - Provide project and technical leadership (including training) for local and system-wide process control technology applications and PLC Technicians - Serve as a key EWP business resource for projects to install and apply new process control technology and methods, documentation, and training - Create visibility and lead review of technology with potential for application in our manufacturing operations - Build relationships with Corporate and other businesses process control resources - Initiate and develop productive relationships with external suppliers of process and control technology - Partner with manufacturing and business leaders to ensure alignment of project portfolio with business and operational goals - Mentor and assist the development of other processes and process control engineers and Technicians throughout the business - Lead and support electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities throughout the sawmill. - Provide technical guidance to electricians, maintenance employees, and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and uptime. - Troubleshoot PLCs, drives, motors, sensors, control circuits, MCCs, and other electrical systems used in lumber manufacturing operations. - Support sawmill production by responding quickly to electrical breakdowns and identifying root causes of equipment failures. - Assist with planning, scheduling, and prioritizing electrical maintenance work, including preventive and predictive maintenance. - Lead electrical improvement projects focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, automation, and modernization. - Ensure electrical work is performed in compliance with company safety policies, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, and applicable electrical codes. - Review and update electrical drawings, schematics, control documentation, and equipment records as needed. - Partner with maintenance, operations, engineering, vendors, and contractors to complete repairs, upgrades, and capital projects. - Support installation, commissioning, and startup of new electrical equipment and control systems. - Mentor and train electrical team members on troubleshooting methods, safe work practices, and proper use of electrical systems. - Help identify recurring equipment issues and develop long-term corrective actions to reduce downtime. - Maintain a strong focus on safety, housekeeping, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. - Participate in root cause analysis, downtime reviews, and reliability improvement initiatives. - Communicate status updates, repair needs, project progress, and risks clearly to maintenance and mill leadership.