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Process Control Engineer

International Paper · Selma, AL

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Level
Engineer
Team
Controls
Base pay
$89k–$119k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
25+ years
Industry
Packaging
Posted
7 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at International Paper (packaging) in Selma, AL.

They ask for
25+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Automation
Base pay
$89k–$119k

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Controls Engineer roles in Alabama: typical posted base $89k–$119k. This one lists $89k–$119k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 16 controls engineer openings in Alabama, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 15 other live controls postings in Alabama.

Experience asked
More than usual (25+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Automation 75%
  • PLC 63%
  • Robotics 38%
  • Root cause 31%
  • AutoCAD 31%
  • EHS / safety 31%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 25+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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This plant: International Paper in Selma

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requirements

and equipment/process reliability

  • ✓Specify control hardware and design control schemes for new process automation projects
  • ✓Perform work on projects related to virtualization
  • ✓Key customers include plant operators and supervisors, technical and business groups, and maintenance personnel
  • ✓Train operators and maintenance personnel on new control functions.
  • ✓Assist technical groups with process improvement activities.
  • ✓Assist in process/maintenance troubleshooting activities and RCFA investigations.
  • ✓Responsible for business continuity of process control systems through documentation, training and management-of-change process
  • ✓Share the responsibility for providing weekend and off-hour support for all Process Control mill needs
  • ✓Sharing “Best Practices”

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

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Process Control Engineer

Pay Rate

$89,000-$118,600

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location

601 County Rd 78

Selma, AL 36703

The Job You Will Perform

  • •The design and implementation of process control schemes to support existing processes which include process efficiency improvements, optimization, process variability reduction, compliance with environmental and safety

The Skills You Will Bring

  • •Three (3) years of experience in Process Control Engineering
  • •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
  • •Experience with instrumentation, motor control, regulatory control loop tuning and/or Papermaking Quality Control Systems
  • •Experience in the coordination and implementation of DCS/QCS upgrades and/or new installation/startup is a plus
  • •Proficiency in the hardware and system configuration of the Honeywell TDC, Experion and/or ABB 800xA systems is preferred
  • •Experience with loop performance evaluation tools and process data historians (i.e. Expertune, PI) is a plus
  • •Familiarity and experience in control strategies related to Recovery and Power Boilers, Pulping and Chemical Recovery and/or Paper production processes is a plus
  • •Strong communication skills

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

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