Industrial Controls Technician

Responsibilities

• Develop, build, and execute new automation solutions for our production lines and work to improve existing automated assets to meet production requirements
• Read, understand, utilize, and redline system-level schematics (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic)
• Build industrial control panels to NFPA 79 & UL 508A standards
• Design, implement, and commission PLC and HMI software applications
• Spec and procure required components, sensors, and hardware needed for implementing control solutions
• Maintain and support the operation of the automation lab by enforcing proper workflow, safety, tidiness, and inventory control of consumables and equipment
• Work creatively and innovate to support team goals by always being prepared to challenge the status quo and develop unique solutions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of automation experience in a manufacturing and production environment
• 2+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Demonstrated hands-on skill in fault finding and mechanical system troubleshooting
• Creative, detail oriented, and highly organized with exceptional communication skills
• Strong, working knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79, and UL508A codes
• PLC & HMI programming experience or familiarization using ladder logic and structured text (Beckoff Twincat, Siemens TIA, and Allen-Bradley RSLogix)
• Experience with electrical and pneumatic schematics for automated equipment using EPLAN Electrical/Fluid and Visio software suites or equivalent
• Experience with electrical control panel design, building, and wiring
• Excellent skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to gather and analyze information to understand complex problems
• Must be able to acquire forklift certification
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required to support critical milestones

Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.