PLC Technician II
Norsk Hydro · Mountain Top, PA · 1 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business with around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we offer everything from standard profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
Benefits
- Medical, RX, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Schedule
Monday–Thursday, 3:45 pm – 1:45 am
Responsibilities
- Perform intermediate programming and safety configuration of PLC-controlled systems.
- Independently develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC logic using standard programming languages (e.g., ladder logic and function block).
- Independently perform installation, programming, and troubleshooting of PLC systems in industrial environments with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems and related components.
- Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and actuators.
- Collaborate with engineering teams on system upgrades and improvements.
- Train junior technicians and provide technical support.
- Utilize predictive measures to enhance equipment reliability through Continuous Reliability Improvement (CRI) initiatives.
- Implement and support continuous reliability improvement standards and practices.
- Support mechanical technicians as needed, approximately 30% of the time (multi-craft role).
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and other suddenly developed conditions requiring immediate action to restore operations.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of hands-on professional experience independently programming, troubleshooting, and supporting PLC-controlled equipment. (required)
- Experience in Ladder logic programming in Allen Bradley Logix/Studio 5000 Software. (preferred)
- Proficient in programming User defined Tags, Add-on instructions, and Structured text programming. (preferred)
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP). (preferred)
- Experience in editing HMI applications in Factory Talk View Studio. (preferred)