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Automation Technician II - Industrial

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listing for: Baker Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
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PURPOSE

Automation Technicians will be responsible for supporting our Project Managers and System Engineers with creating, installing, and commissioning of PLC/HMI/SCADA based systems as well as network and device integration work.

PURPOSE

Automation Technicians will be responsible for supporting our Project Managers and System Engineers with creating, installing, and commissioning of PLC/HMI/SCADA based systems as well as network and device integration work.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Complete start up and commissioning of new PLC/HMI/SCADA control systems, service and maintenance of existing installations, fault diagnoses, hardware repairs, programming bug fixes and alterations on customer sites
  • Complete diagnosing and resolving technical problems on job sites and provide appropriate reports to Project Management or Operations Leaders via email, SharePoint, One Drive, or other repository applications
  • Attend and participate in project kickoff and turnover meetings with Project Managers to gain knowledge of project estimate, scope and finalize project completion documentation
  • Organize and maintain control submittal project redlines and submit to design engineer at project conclusion for as built drawing package creation
  • Work with other technicians to develop and share technical solutions
  • Actively participate in technician training to maintain technical expertise on new products, tools, and integration through continuing education initiatives


Minimum Education & Experience Required To Perform Essential Functions

  • Associate’s degree specialized in Robotics, Automation, Technology or Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with PLC/HMI control system in lieu of Associate’s degree
  • Or Bachelor’s degree specialized in Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing
Mental And Physical Competencies Required To Perform Essential Functions

  • Working knowledge of at least one PLC software (i.e. Rockwell Suite, Modicon Unity Pro or Control Expert, Mitsubishi, or many others)
  • Working knowledge of at least one HMI software (i.e. Rockwell Factory Talk View or Wonderware InTouch, or many others)
  • Working SCADA knowledge of at least one platform (i.e. Ignition, Factory Talk View SE, Optix, GE iFix, Ecostruxure Power Operations or SCADA, and many others)
  • Knowledge of common Windows Office applications and Repositories (i.e. One Drive, SharePoint, GIT)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of Ethernet and serial network communication formats and hardware configurations
  • Understanding of basic process controls (i.e. PID control loops, motor control, commissioning of digital and analog measurement devices)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
  • Ability to travel to customer locations for overnight work approximately 25%
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift 20 pounds occasionally
  • Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs
  • Occasional exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

  • Laptop Computer
Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.Seniority level
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type

    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries Construction

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