Rio Tinto

Control System Engineer

LocationBoron, CA

About This Job


Control System Engineer

Opportunity to develop your career and work for a global company
Contribute to the success of Rio Tinto by applying your technical and professional expertise
A company with a world class reputation for safety and performance. –Boron, California
For California based roles the expected salary range is $84,640 – $116,380


About the role

We are seeking a talented Control System Engineer (Engineer II) to support and improve our Fixed Plant Operations. This includes the Boric Acid, Primary Process, Fusing and Shipping Plants at our open pit Boron mine in Boron, CA. This role is a great opportunity to join a technical team and contribute to the success of the Rio Tinto.

Reporting to the Engineering and Controls Superintendent you will:

Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality programs and standards for Rio Tinto Minerals and outside regulatory agencies.
Promote behavioral safety.
Establish a constructive culture in the team by demonstrating and utilizing appropriate leadership behavior, symbols and systems.
Support process control by interfacing with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems, configuring software and graphics, tuning controllers, and auditing loop performance.
Manage and troubleshoot control systems hardware, including input/output errors, controllers, consoles, and networks, while maintaining spare parts inventory.
Instruct electricians in field device work related to the control systems to assure field devices are interfaced, tested, and functioning correctly.
Lead or assist troubleshooting efforts associated with the control systems to avoid or minimize production upsets and/or downtime.
Participate in the on-call schedule for weekends, holidays, and after-hours support.
Support Operations by assisting in training operators on how the control systems functions and in diagnosing operating problems.
Manage and enhance control systems, including network infrastructure, and lead or assist in system upgrade projects.
Communicate effectively during functional checkouts, start-up, and commissioning of process control related projects.
Read and interpret drawings (P&ID, Logic, etc.) sketches, graphs, charts, vendor specifications, and instructional materials to make equipment work properly.
Schedule own daily activities to satisfy production requirements and accommodate requests from other departments.
Remain flexible and willing to work on different assignments as required.


About you

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer or Electronics or related field.
Minimum of two years of prior experience with Allen Bradley or Modicon PLCs and Factorytalk View or Wonderware HMIs.
Prior experience with different industrial networks including but not limited to Modbus+, Ethernet and DeviceNet is an asset.
Experience with Virtual Machines (VMs), Servers, Networks, Radios and Switches is a plus.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills for complex problems that are encountered
Experience in troubleshooting and repair of Control Systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills for complex problems that are encountered.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn and to make an impact
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in teams, influence people, make critical decisions, and communicate effectively with a variety of personnel.


What we offer

We are committed to providing our employees with what they deserve. Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking, your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress, we provide:

A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
Access to top tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
A 6% of eligible pay Company contribution to save for your retirement needs
Generous 401(k) Company match program (company match dollar per dollar up to 6% of your base pay) up to defined limits
Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto stock in the form of ADRs and includes matching Company shares.
Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life (vacation, short-term sick leave, paid holidays, paid bereavement leave).
Regional and national discounts program for a multitude of leisure purposes and products
Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.
Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals


Where you will be working

This role is located in Boron, CA. Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We provide 30 per cent of the world's supply of refined borates, remarkable minerals that are essential to life and to modern living.

Also known for its 20 Mule Team Borax brand, Rio Tinto Borates traces its roots to California’s Death Valley, where borate deposits were discovered in 1872.

The twenty-mule teams Borax used to haul ore out of the remote desert live on as a symbol of our commitment to innovation. Rio Tinto Borates distinguishes itself through world-class safety, environmental and community practices, and a commitment to constant innovation and improvement.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.


Every Voice Matters

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

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