Electro Mechanical Tecnician

Summary

Oversee the daily functions and define new strategy for the technology components (PLC, Remote I/O, Sensors, VFD, HMIs) that make up the automated terminal operation.

Review and understand control system design and process requirements to develop software functional specifications for optimization/continuous improvement projects.

Perform system integration, software test planning, testing, and commissioning.

Oversee and sometimes engage in configuration, installation and maintenance of automation software, automation hardware, infrastructure and communication services such as positioning systems, location and RFID systems, bridges, switches, cabling and equipment automation firmware.

Interface with Project, Ops, and M&R to troubleshoot operational incidents, develop requirements, and support documentation and procedure generation efforts.

Interface with mechanics and provide guidance for hardware fixes.

Ensure proper integration of vendor engineering solutions into the overall terminal engineering documentation.

Implementation and management of automation changes in an operating facility.

Promote good working relationships between internal and external stakeholders, including other project teams, terminal departments, vendors, union labor officials, and transient workforce.

Perform other position related duties as specified by management.

Location:

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Job type:
Contract to Perm

Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 per hour

Work hours:

9am to 6pm

Education:

Bachelors

• Oversee the daily functions and define new strategy for the technology components (PLC, Remote I/O, Sensors, VFD, HMIs) that make up the automated terminal operation.
• Review and understand control system design and process requirements to develop software functional specifications for optimization/continuous improvement projects.
• Perform system integration, software test planning, testing, and commissioning.
• Oversee and at times engage in configuration, installation and maintenance of automation software, automation hardware, infrastructure and communication services such as positioning systems, location and RFID systems, bridges, switches, cabling and equipment automation firmware.
• Interface with Project, Ops, and M&R to troubleshoot operational incidents, develop requirements, and support documentation and procedure generation efforts.
• Interface with mechanics and provide guidance for hardware fixes.
• Ensure proper integration of vendor engineering solutions into the overall terminal engineering documentation.
• Implementation and management of automation changes in an operating facility.
• Promote good working relationships between internal and external stakeholders, including other project teams, terminal departments, vendors, union labor officials, and transient workforce.
• Perform other position related duties as specified by management.

The Smart Port Engineer contributes as part of a team responsible for the design, execution, and validation of advanced terminal systems. This role involves digital solution design, system integration, and continuous improvement to support evolving operational requirements.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree or higher in Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline is preferred; 5+ years’ experience or a vocational degree and certification in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• Minimum one year of industrial automation or similar experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of related project handling/management experience and process documentation (e.g., functional requirements, control design, instrumentation design) strongly recommended.
• Experience using state‑of‑the‑art technology with on‑site automation experience or ability to learn.
• Prior experience working as an automation technician desired.
• Continuous Improvement/LEAN/Six Sigma experience.
• PLC:
  Siemens, TIA Portal, ladder logic, ST, FBD, SFC.
• CMS/HMI: SCADA, WinCC.
• Platforms, Networking and protocol: TCP/IP, Profibus, ProfiNET, ASI, CAN‑Bus.
• Hardware and Instrumentation design.
• Commissioning experience.
• Strong collaboration skills; builds strong…