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Form of workPillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.
The general role of the Industrial Automation Programmer I – Engineering & Automation is to provide automation programming for a wide range of projects as they progress from concept to installation. The projects vary greatly and consist of custom electromechanical equipment, control panels, robotics, and vision systems, etc. This individual will work in conjunction with technicians, engineers and project managers as assigned. The work will be performed at customer sites, and in the shop and office as needed.
This individual possesses a strong understanding of industrial controls and requires an aptitude and willingness for hands-on work in the shop or field. This position must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include travel with overnight stays and overtime as needed.
The Industrial Automation Programmer I will report to a Programmer, Senior Engineer, Project Manager, or other Management as assigned and works primarily out of the Grantsville location.
Perks/Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Health/Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short/Long term disability
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
- Employee focused work environment
- On-the-job mentoring and training
- Internal job postings
- Performance and salary reviews
- Employee feedback program
- Advancement through defined employee career paths
- Safety-first and drug free work environments
- Bonuses and incentives for working safely
- Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
- PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
- Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
- Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
- Scholarship opportunities for dependent children
- Perform PLC and HMI programming, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on machines, production lines, conveyor systems, etc.
- Integrate various instrumentation such as pressure sensors, load cells, flow meters, etc.
- Work safely in proximity to a variety of voltages such as 24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, single phase and 3-phase
- Interpret electrical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products
- Configure controls components such as VFDs, servo drives, machine vision systems, robot controllers, field IO racks, etc.
- Properly use manuals for proper installation, programming, and troubleshooting of components
- Create OEM manuals, documentation, SOPs etc.
- Conduct operator training and technical instruction for users/customers
- Collaborate with customers as needed to identify and solve issues
- Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue
- Ensure installed products meet quality and scope expectations
- Follow quality control standards and check lists
- Learn to recognize and communicate design changes to Engineers and Project Management that are not included in the Scope of Work or active Change Orders
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and updated technology
Other Duties
This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- 6 months’ - 2 years’ relevant programming work experience or 4+ year’s of Automation Tech Experience preferred
- Possess High School Diploma or equivalent
- Possess relevant programming certifications or coursework preferred
- Advanced proficiency with personal computers to include Microsoft Office Suite, setup, configuration, networking, IP Addresses, etc.
- Experience with PLC and HMI software such as Rockwell Automation RSLogix and FactoryTalk View preferred
- Valid driver’s license required
- MSHA Electrical card preferred
- Electrical Journeyman License in MD or WV preferred or willing to obtain
- Willingness to maintain and obtain additional licensure and certifications as needed
- Possess electrical aptitude and willingness to perform hands on work
- Experience reading and interpreting manuals and electrical drawings required
- Awareness of NEC (National Electric Code) and other electrical Standards
- Must be willing to attend training and remain updated regarding industry standards
- Ability to understand and interpret scope of work for specific tasks
- Ability to follow work direction and prioritize assigned tasks
- Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations, graphing, and scaling accurately
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work well both independently and as a team
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Willingness to stretch current abilities to learn new skills
Working Conditions
- Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
- Sit, talk, listen, observe, read, write, and type
- Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Perform work on site in industrial locations
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.
AAP/EEO Statement
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.
ADA Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
