Electrical & Controls Automation Technician

The Controls Automation Technician will provide or improve asset and capacity reliability through technical support of the maintenance function, electrical/electronic projects, PLC programming/troubleshooting, and facility's information services.

• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, lighting fixtures, and control systems.
• Provides troubleshooting utilizing PLC programming and modifications when revised on PLC and HMI programs.
• Assists in design and commissioning of electrical/automation control systems including SCADA, MES, and Plant Networking.
• Discusses malfunction with maintenance technicians to diagnose malfunction using schematics, diagrams, manuals, PLC programs, and appropriate test equipment.
• Properly documents all activities and equipment modifications per maintenance department guidelines.
• Plans and communicates layout of wiring and electrical apparatus in buildings as assigned.
• Researches and lays out special projects as assigned.
• Coordinates with maintenance mechanics to accomplish overall plant maintenance requirements.
• Actively promotes and participates in all continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Assists and supports Electrical Engineers and Business Process Automation Engineers with implementation of SCADA, MES, and SPC where applicable.
• Performs other tasks as instructed by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
2. Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
3. Must be able to write simple correspondence.
4. Must be able to speak effectively with groups of employees or managers.
5. Must be able to effectively communicate with third party vendors and contractors.
6. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
7. Must be able to compute ratio and percent and to interpret bar graphs.
8. Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, circumference, and volume.
9. Must be able to apply concepts of basic algebra.
10. Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
11. Must be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
12. Must be able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
13. Must be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
14. Must have knowledge of manufacturing and PLC programming software of multiple platforms required. AutoCAD or other print design software.
15. Must be able to enter data into existing computer software, following on-screen prompts or written instructions.
16. Must be able to read blueprints and interpret electrical/electronic schematics.
17. Must be able to perform multi-skilled tasks including mechanical maintenance, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives and advanced electrical controls and automation.
18. Must have knowledge of electronic, PLC and electro-hydraulic systems.
19. Must have willingness to learn and apply multiple job-related skills and willingness to work in a group environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Electrical Maintenance Certification desirable.
2. Siemens PLC, C++, and SQL experience desirable.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.