We are seeking a Process Control & Development Automation Engineer to join our Process Control & Development department at the companys Hot Rolling Mill to be part of a team that is the custodian of the highly automated slab re-heating and hot rolling Level 2 modelling and some of the Level 1 control systems. Responsibilities: · Identify problem areas requiring improvement as directed by business KPIs · Quantify the underlying contributory causes to the problems · Study the problem at the hand of the contributory causes and propose solutions · Implement solutions including automation, mistake proofing, manufacturing procedures etc. · Sustain and continuously improve performance through the automated systems and processes. · Plan, direct and co-ordinate hot rolling process improvements linked to PC&D systems to improve quality, efficiency and availability. · Investigate all modelling and control system failures and associated deviations to implement corrective and preventive actions. · Implement solutions to assist with process and product development in association with Level 1 or 2, Technical and Production departments through consultation with other disciplines/departments. · Maintain and develop the following systems: · H eat transfer modelling (finite element heat transfer Level 2 model) and combustion systems (Level 1). · Rolling modelling (Level 2): Speed, temperature, forces, torques and flatness control models (including neural network). · Level 1 t hickness, flatness, strip cooling and coiling mostly feedback control systems. · Expert System for continuous process parameter optimisation of the heating and rolling processes (including Fuzzy Logic). · Weekly standby on a rotational basis with the other PC&D team members. · Ensure compliance with the goals as defined in KPIs. · Identify problems, investigate solutions and solve problem in order to achieve those goals. · Constantly co-ordinate process deviations with all relevant parties . · React and correct all substandard process conditions Qualifications : · B.Eng / BSc (Electrical, Electronic, Metallurgical or Mechanical) or Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field. Skills and Experience: · Experience in Software development (C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, etc), specifically in the engineering control software field. · Knowledge of Level 2 type first principle models for heating and rolling technology. · Knowledge of how these Level 2 models are automatically calibrated using artificial intelligence or other simpler methods. · Knowledge of control systems and instrumentation is a plus. · Creative and strong problem-solving and analytical skills. · Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus. · Enjoys working in the field of engineering solution development.
