Control Engineer

About Us:

We are a leading provider of energy efficient, innovative equipment, instrumentation, and process control systems to the global mining industry. With companies in Brazil, Chile, Mexico, and South Africa, Woodgrove has built a reputation based on quality, performance, and safety. The company is entrepreneurial, dynamic and our team are driven to succeed.  We are looking for like-minded individuals that want to be part of a transformational business.

Role Summary:

This role is for a position within the Advanced Process Control (APC) department. The APC department works with mine sites around the world (both remotely and on site) to deploy and integrate optimization solutions for the benefit of clients and industry. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys travelling and has an analytical mind.

Essential Responsibilities:

- Development, deployment, and integration of Advanced Regulatory Control applications

- Support deployment and integration of Expert Systems:

- Analyze and troubleshoot control system issues and provide solutions to improve system performance and reliability.

- Experience commissioning and tuning of control systems.

- Produce technical documentation (e.g., reports, manuals, specifications, drawings)

- Conduct data analyses.

- Verification and validation of software through inspection, simulation, and testing

- Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement control systems for new projects.

- Perform regular reviews and upgrades on existing control systems to ensure optimal performance.

- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Experience:

- Recommended to have experience with multiple control systems, including PLCs, SCADA systems, and DCS systems (ABB, DeltaV, Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Honeywell, etc.)

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot control systems.

- Experience with programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, and Structured text.

- Strong written, communication and interpersonal skills.

- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to control systems.

We are proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities and are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. During our hiring process, if a selected job applicant requests accommodation, we will consult with the individual and provide or arrange for the appropriate accommodation considering the applicant’s disability-related needs.