Automation Technician - Industrial

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* Purpose:

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* Automation Technicians support Project Managers and System Engineers with creating, installing, and commissioning 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 exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assist with project programming, start-up, and commissioning of new PLC/HMI/SCADA control systems, as well as service and maintenance of existing installations, fault diagnosis, hardware repairs, and programming bug fixes on customer sites.
• Diagnose and resolve technical problems on jobs, providing reports to Project Management or Operations Leaders via email, SharePoint, One Drive, or other repositories.
• Attend project kickoff and turnover meetings with Project Managers to understand project scope and documentation.
• Organize and maintain control submittal redlines and submit to design engineers for as-built drawing creation after review.
• Collaborate with other technicians to develop and share technical solutions.
• Participate in technician training to stay updated on new products, tools, and integrations through continuing education.

• Minimum of three years of experience with PLC/HMI control systems preferred.
• Or an A.A.S degree in Robotics, Automation, Technology, or in the process of completion.

• Knowledge of at least one PLC software (e.g., Rockwell RSLogix, Studio 5000, etc.).
• Knowledge of at least one HMI software (e.g., Rockwell Factory Talk View, Wonderware InTouch, etc.).
• SCADA knowledge preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with Windows Office applications and repositories (One Drive, SharePoint, GIT).
• Optional:
  Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications.
• Understanding of Ethernet and serial network communication.
• Basic understanding of process controls like PID loops, motor control, and device commissioning.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to travel to customer locations for overnight work (~25%).

• Prolonged sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of 20 pounds.
• Field interactions on construction sites, requiring standing, walking, and climbing stairs.
• Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions.

• Laptop computer.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Construction