Automation Technician II - Industrial

PURPOSE

Automation Technicians will be responsible for supporting our Project Managers and System Engineers with creating, installing, and commissioning of PLC/HMI/SCADA based systems as well as network and device integration work.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Complete start up and commissioning of new PLC/HMI/SCADA control systems, service and maintenance of existing installations, fault diagnoses, hardware repairs, programming bug fixes and alterations on customer sites
• Diagnose and resolve technical problems on job sites and provide appropriate reports to Project Management or Operations Leaders via email, SharePoint, OneDrive, or other repository applications
• Attend and participate in project kickoff and turnover meetings with Project Managers to gain knowledge of project estimate, scope and finalize project completion documentation
• Organize and maintain control submittal project redlines and submit to design engineer at project conclusion for as built drawing package creation
• Work with other technicians to develop and share technical solutions
• Actively participate in technician training to maintain technical expertise on new products, tools, and integration through continuing education initiatives

Minimum Education & Experience Required To Perform Essential Functions

• To perform essential functions, an Associate’s degree specialized in Robotics, Automation, Technology or minimum of 3-5 years of experience with PLC/HMI control system in lieu of Associate’s degree
• A Bachelor’s degree specialized in Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing is also acceptable

Mental And Physical Competencies Required To Perform Essential Functions

• Working knowledge of at least one PLC software (i.e. Rockwell Suite, Modicon Unity Pro or Control Expert, Mitsubishi, or many others)
• Working knowledge of at least one HMI software (i.e. Rockwell FactoryTalk View or Wonderware InTouch, or many others)
• Working SCADA knowledge of at least one platform (i.e. Ignition, Factory Talk View SE, Optix, GE iFix, Ecostruxure Power Operations or SCADA, and many others)
• Knowledge of common Windows Office applications and Repositories (i.e. OneDrive, SharePoint, GIT)
• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications preferred but not required
• Knowledge of Ethernet and serial network communication formats and hardware configurations
• Understanding of basic process controls (i.e. PID control loops, motor control, commissioning of digital and analog measurement devices)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to lift 20 pounds occasionally
• Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
• Occasional exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Laptop Computer

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience

Benefits

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Schedule

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Skills

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Pay

TBD

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.