Process Control Specialist

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Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us! What We Offer
Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us!
Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.
Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work-life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.
Capstone Employees Are Eligible For An Extensive Total Rewards Package, Designed To Support Your Physical, Mental, Financial, And Emotional Well-being. This Package Includes, But Is Not Limited To
401(k) Savings Plan Eligible from day one, contribute up to 30% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately. Retirement Boost The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base, with 100% immediate vesting. Employee Share Purchase Plan After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant. Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus Up to 15% 4-day, 10-hour work schedule Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date) Paid time-off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave Employee Assistance Program Internal progression opportunities Tuition reimbursement Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes Additional Potential Benefits: Relocation assistance is available with additional funds provided to cover tax liabilities
Position Responsibilities
As a Responsible for managing and developing the systems used to monitor, control, and regulate operations and processes at the Pinto Valley Concentrator and Tailings Plants. The process control specialist also has a leading role supporting field equipment troubleshooting of electrical issues as well as identifying strategies to preserve the function of servers and network hardware. This position works closely with the electrical, metallurgical, operations, IT and assets and engineering teams to design and develop effective solutions to optimize control loops, maintenance strategies and provide expertise, knowledge and guidance for all areas related to control engineering.
Demonstrate commitment to safety and Capstones Values in Action. Process Control Management: Lead development and optimization of advanced control strategies, PLC logic, and equipment interlocks to enhance plant stability and throughput. Audit control loop performance, implement alarm rationalization programs, and support remote troubleshooting alongside E&I teams. Coordinate DCS/PLC upgrades, patches, and system outages with IT. Technician Development: Provide technical coaching to process control and E&I technicians. Develop and maintain a structured training and competency matrix focused on DCS architecture, advanced process control (APC), historian analysis, and real-time data systems. HMI Systems Coordination: Oversee design, standardization, and continuous improvement of operator and engineering HMI/SCADA displays. Integrate condition monitoring and process KPIs using Pi System tools (Pi Server, Pi Vision) to enhance operational awareness and decision-making. Instrumentation & Control Maintenance: Define and manage preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for instrumentation, control valves, and automation assets. Align spare parts management with criticality and reliability requirements. Control Infrastructure Oversight: Supervise control network architecture, hardware performance, and cybersecurity compliance. Coordinate with IT on troubleshooting, system backups, patch management, and protocol diagnostics (e.g., Modbus, OPC, Profibus). Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.
Position Requirements
Required
3 years in process control in a mining processing plant Certificate or diploma in related field
Preferred
5+ years in process control in a mining processing plant Electrical, electronics, chemical, metallurgical, materials or process engineering degree or diploma
All candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol test, and background check. All positions require a pre-placement physical examination to ensure candidates are 'fit for duty. Additional training and/or testing may be required. Capstone maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
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