Procter & Gamble Hiring for Controls Engineer – Functional Fibers at Pineville, LA Full Time

We are looking for a PC&IS (Power Controls & Information Systems) Technical Engineer that will be able provide technical leadership in supporting the Fabric Care Site businesses. They must employ their technical mastery along with an understanding of manufacturing process to create laundry detergent in multiple forms, dry, liquid and unit dose, to provide the consumer with a superior quality to other brands. They will be involved with making/process technologies.

The Alexandria site is home to Surfactant Making, Heavy Duty Liquid (HDL), Soluble Unit Dose (SUD), and now Functional Fibers, which replaced Dry Laundry. The Alexandria site has led the way in introducing our consumers to various laundry detergent platforms, such as Dry and SUD. And will continue with that trademark by leading the way in the Functional Fibers platform via the Black Widow Project. Functional Fibers is the next evolution of laundry. Black Widow is a new and versatile product innovation platform for Fabric Care that utilizes the very best of our HDL and HDG expertise without the negatives – in the form of Functional Fibers. The Alexandria site will house/develop the 1st commercial scale of this technology anywhere in the world!

The PC&IS Technical Engineer is a key enabler in leading and delivering results against the challenges that will come with this new platform.

Important Responsibilities:

PC&IS leadership of on-going business, savings projects, and key initiatives. Developing technical PC&IS solutions that address evolving business needs. Applying Engineering Work Processes to achieve vertical startups on critical projects. Managing PC&IS engineering contractors (design & programming) to meet requirements for an on-going project workload. Attend design reviews and project related meetings to have a clear understanding of project deliverables and discuss strategies to meet P&G PC&IS Safety/Platform Standards. Contribute both in Alexandria and network with Cincinnati to build technical capability and to ensure initiative success.

Need for Cybersecurity and Data Mining resources continues to increase. This role also has opportunities in the field of Cyber Security and Data Analysis. Establishing new strategies on connectivity of equipment and leveraging existing data within Alexandria and external systems such as Team Center (Spider), Enovia, SAP, Data Lakes, and other internally based applications.

As this platform is new to the world, some additional key responsibilities include leadership, team collaboration, communication, innovation and documentation skills. Our Engineering, R&D, Commercial, and Operations teams will continue to work closely together to help ensure success of this new platform.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• BS/MS Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Systems, Electrical degrees are preferred
• Strong leadership, business problem definition, and priority setting skills
• An aptitude for communicating insights and collaborating across teams/organizations

We believe the following skills will help you be successful:

• Technical mastery in PC&IS technologies, including Continuous Process Control, Instruments, Control Logix PLCs, Wonderware, Motion Control, Vision Systems, Networks, Drives, Sensors, Server Technologies, and Global, Regional and Local Electrical Design Codes that govern applicable equipment and installation practices. Experience with the P&G Electrical Specification, Programming standards including OPERA, Universal Pack, and PackML, U3M, UPack are a plus.

• Experience in application of EWP, CQV, GSUM, RE and other Engineering IM/IWS standard work processes. Proven capability to manage projects, assess staffing requirements, develop and communicate staffing plans with recommended options. Ability to develop Best Value Options Analysis, lead group discussions and drive to conclusion. Communicate effectively with Leadership to explain the recommended strategies and when required, develop and communicate plans to mitigate risks within a project.

• Good leadership, communication, and coaching skills. Ability to set standards, role model, coach, teach, and set technical direction. Provide training and coaching to the Technical Leads on software and hardware infrastructure. Work with Operating Departments through the Technical Leader department leads to develop staffing requirements, training and qualification plans.

• Teamwork/ Collaboration: Ability to work across disciplines and departments to build consensus and align technical directions. Effective communication with people from diverse backgrounds and nationalities is essential. Builds relationships that allow for smooth work. Develops and leverages strategic technology partnerships internally (with the sites and P&G Technical Centers) and externally (academic institutions, vendors)

• Ability to identify opportunities to leverage PC&IS technologies to meet the most challenging business needs. Ability to deal with cost and scheduling constraints and understands the differences between Low-Cost Solutions and Total Cost of Ownership and when each is needed. Passion for working with the broader PC&IS site organizations, driving capability within oneself and others.

• Understands and follows Safe Work practices for electrical systems and mechanical equipment. Understands the risks associated with manufacturing environment and can define safe work systems and equipment with particular focus on AMEC, Lock out/Tag out procedures, and code requirements.

Starting Salary Range: $85-$115K

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total Rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits. Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. As a general matter, Procter & Gamble does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency. However, Procter & Gamble may make exceptions on a discretionary basis. Any exceptions would be based on the Company’s specific business needs at the time and place of recruitment as well as the particular qualifications of the individual.

Procter & Gamble participates in e-verify as required by law.

Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed.