Electrical PLC Engineer, Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop PLC programs for new and existing systems.
• Design electrical circuits for low voltage, medium voltage, and AC/DC applications, ensuring compliance with design standards.
• Develop documentation sets including Bill of Materials (BoM), schematics, wire/conduit schedules, and other drawing details.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs/Drives from various manufacturers (e.g., Siemens, Lenze).
• Develop and maintain HMI terminals for user interaction with controllers.
• Troubleshoot custom control circuits, including various voltages, Input/Output (I/O) signaling, communication networks, and safety circuits.
• Perform I/O checkout and communication setup of control systems.
• Loading firmware and setting up communications.
• Commissioning release of production lines to production post system upgrades/installations.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance: Diagnosing and resolving complex automation logic issues using platforms like Siemens.
• Conducting scheduled system checks and maintenance activities.
• Bench Testing components such as drives, control modules and PLC hardware.
• Providing technical assistance for 24/7 operations.
• Ensuring compliance with validation protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Optimization and improvement: Optimizing PLC performance to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reliability.
• Manage aged component upgrades.
• Collaborating with production and engineering teams to implement system enhancements.
• Collaboration and communication: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including production teams, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, process engineers, and quality engineers.
• Providing technical support and training to electrical and mechanical technicians.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant experience will be considered.
• Proven experience in PLC programming and HMI development, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with various PLC and HMI brands, such as Siemens Step 5, Simatic Manager, and TIA Portal.
• Proficiency in PLC programming languages, especially ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text.
• Familiarity with HMI development.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems and automation technologies.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Profibus, and ProfiNet.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with machine safety standards and best practices, including safety PLCs and risk assessment requirements.
• Experience with control system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
• Experience with Autifa, Trustler, Dilo Carding Systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to coach/mentor electrical and mechanical technicians.
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.