Plc Programmer

About the role

The Engineering Technician provides programming support for the design, implementation, and startup of industrial equipment and control systems. This role works closely with vendors, customers, and internal teams to successfully deliver projects, with a strong focus on PLC programming, controls, and fluid process systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming support for the design, implementation, and startup of industrial equipment and control systems.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs to ensure reliable operation of control systems.
• Collaborate with vendors, customers, and internal personnel to define project requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Support fluid process and controls applications, ensuring systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Participate in panel building activities, including interpreting and working from electrical schematics.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls-related issues in equipment and systems.
• Contribute to HMI configuration and integration, particularly with platforms such as FactoryTalk and Wonderware, where applicable.
• Work as part of a small team of programmers to plan, execute, and complete projects on time.
• Travel to customer sites approximately 45% of the time for trips that typically last five days, to support installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, working independently when needed, especially in a smaller company setting where initiative is valued.

Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in a programming role focused on industrial controls or related systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with PLCs, including programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs and control platforms.
• Demonstrated experience in fluid process and controls applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics.
• Experience with panel building and electrical troubleshooting.
• Background as an engineer or technician in controls or automation environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot electrical and control system issues.
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors, customers, and internal teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 45% of the time for multi-day trips.
• Experience with Wonderware HMI software.
• Experience with FactoryTalk HMI platforms.
• Familiarity with RSLogix 5000 or similar Rockwell programming environments.
• Comfort working in small, growing organizations where individuals take ownership of projects.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a small programming team.
• Interest in long-term growth within a flexible, family-oriented company setting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Schedule

Travel to customer sites approximately 45% of the time for trips that typically last five days.