Job Description
Description
- Program PLC/SCADA systems for all supported systems to meet specified sequences of operation and equipment manufacturers recommendations, in accordance with LONG standards and contract documents.
- Perform configuration, check-out and startup of control systems to ensure that specified sequence of operations and commissioning obligations are met.
- Perform preventative maintenance such as cleaning, part replacements, program updates, or system optimizations to minimize the risk of failures and malfunctions.
- Utilize industrial experience to troubleshoot any issues with systems to identify and implement solutions.
- Effectively communicate with customers to answer any inquiries, offer guidance, and resolve technical issues.
- Educate system users about proper function and upkeep to products.
- Supply information to customers about investing in necessary replacements or vital repairs that are key components to devices.
- Keep a record of all repairs and maintenance and properly report issues to the technical supervisor.
- Instruct customer’s personnel on operation and maintenance of PLC/SCADA control systems and energy conversation routines in PLC/SCADA based Building Automation Systems.
- Provide information to update drawings and keep records of equipment for as-built documentation (submit all redlined drafting to application engineers).
- Advises service sales manager of additional sales potential and solicits service contracts while performing start-up, commissioning, and owner training tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- 2 years of computer/electronic technical degree and 1 year PLC/SCADA system start-up, checkout, and service experience or 3-5 years PLC/SCADA system start-up, checkout, and service experience.
- Extensive knowledge of PLC/SCADA control systems, building automation, electrical systems, energy management, facility automation, engineering, installation, and construction/assembly procedures.
- Proficient programming and troubleshooting skills with PLC/SCADA systems, and other equivalent systems.
- An aptitude for controllers and/or mechanical equipment and a strong drive to self-teach and expand knowledge of different systems.
- Strong analytical skills in solving software and integration challenges.
- Ability to interpret P&ID’s, mechanical plans, specifications, and SOO for a variety of applications.
- Ability to independently handle multiple tasks simultaneously and willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.
- Strong customer service and analytical skills.
- Possesses effective communication skills (written and verbal).
- Working knowledge of HVAC, control systems, building automation, electrical systems, energy management, engineering, installation, and construction procedures.
- Programming and troubleshooting skills with Rockwell Studio 5000, and other equivalent PLC programming software platforms.
- Integration, startup, configuration and troubleshooting skills with AVEVA System Platform, Wonderware Intouch, FactoryTalk SE, PanelView ME and other equivalent SCADA software platforms.
- Initial startup and troubleshooting of PanelView and other HMI systems.
- Computer programming, technical degree, or PLC/SCADA proficiency certifications.
- No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!
The working conditions/requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This work may involve standing for extended periods, climbing ladders or scaffolds, and working in tight spaces.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. from floor to countertop and countertop to floor.
- Ability to climb ladders and function at heights.
- Inside and outside work environments.
- Industrial operational environments.
- High precarious places.
- General construction, manufacturing facility, and distribution center worksite hazards.
- Driving in inclement weather conditions.