Industrial Programmer - Morgantown, WV

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

We offer continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, flexibility, defined career path advancement, full benefits, and apprenticeship/continuing education programs.

This position is a Jr. Industrial Programmer, responsible for providing turn‑key automated solutions specializing in PLC programming, HMI development, and software installations with minimal electrical work. The Industrial Programmer will report to the Automation Manager and work primarily out of the Morgantown location.

• Provide technical support and onsite troubleshooting and repair for customers
• Support commissioning efforts for new projects and systems onsite at customer facilities
• Resolve operational problems related to current systems or new projects
• Ensure all relevant safety objectives are observed for all work completed
• Support manufacture, build and validation of systems including pneumatics, servos, VFDs, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, push buttons and robotic integration
• Create customer documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings
• Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standards and customer requirements
• Modify systems upon customer's request and document the amendments accordingly

• Valid driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in process control and automation
• Familiar with reading and creating CAD drawings using AutoCAD Electrical
• Strong working knowledge with Allen Bradley PLCs and RSLogix 5000/500
• Working experience and knowledge with HMI / OIT Development using Rockwell and/or Wonderware software platforms
• Efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals
• Critical thinking with exceptional problem‑solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments
• Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in a high‑output environment
• Ability to balance multiple projects
• Working knowledge of MS Office productivity software
• Good understanding of mechanical principles (plus)
• Preferred if candidate has 80‑hour underground certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Travel as required (25‑50% at times); travel time is paid
• Able to work a flexible schedule and adjust to changing business needs, including possible emergency call‑out, extended hours and some out‑of‑town and overnight work
• Willingness to undergo a thorough background and drug screening process

• Walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb ladders and stairs; crawl; kneel
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds unassisted
• Must be safety and customer‑focused, without exception

• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Health/Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short/Long term disability
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation 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

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening. Employees are required to participate in random, post‑accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Location:

Morgantown, WV. Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 annually.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior.

Employment Type:

Full‑time. Job Function:
Engineering and Information Technology. Industry: Oil and Gas.