Senior Project Engineer - Automation

We are seeking a QCS (paper Quality Control automation System) engineer who will lead customer projects, from definition to start-up through the configuration and commissioning work, ensuring that technical and quality targets are met. Knowledge of DCS, QCS and PLC Automation systems is a plus. The project engineer’s role also includes dealing with our Pulp and Paper customers and maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction. RESPONSIBILITIES Act as technical project leader and interface to the customer Work with Project engineering team while assisting the project manager as needed. Implement all phases of the project delivery including application definition & engineering, staging and testing, installation and system commissioning. Generate reports for project development, system performance, acceptance and post-project feedback. Provide input for continual improvement of our products. WORKING CONDITIONS Works primarily in the office in Norcross (GA)or in a site environment when commissioning. Requirements: Good knowledge of processes and customers of Pulp and Paper industry. Industrial Automation knowhow, Valmet Automation Systems & Valmet Project flow is a plus. Master or Bachelor in Chemistry or Engineering field or equivalent acquired competence and minimum 5 year working experience as project senior engineer on matching industrial sector. Must exhibit business oriented attitude and leadership skills, have experience with team building, process improvement, conflict resolution, and motivating people. High initiative, must be systematic and have an assertive character. Good public performer and negotiator, Ability to form professional relationships with customers, co-workers and international partners. Ability to function in multitasking environment independently, able to plan priorities, and willing to travel. Fluent in English. French, Spanish is a plus. Maintain driver’s license. We offer: We offer a competitive benefits package and challenging work opportunities. Training and integration inside an international group with real perspectives of evolution as well as a large autonomy in the working environment. When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 17,500 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer’s performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers http://www.valmet.com Valmet is a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. With our automation systems and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our 17,500 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day. The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. In 2022, a major milestone was achieved when the flow control company Neles was merged into Valmet. The combined company’s net sales in 2021 were approximately EUR 4.5 billion based on the respective company figures. To protect our candidates' privacy, Valmet will never ask any personal information such as banking information or social security number during the recruitment process.