Jr. Industrial Programmer - Morgantown, WV

Company Overview

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.

Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers.

We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work‑life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.

We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can‑do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.

Openings for experienced workers and training for entry‑level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

As a Jr. Industrial Programmer, the general role is to work with Sr. Level personnel to provide turnkey automated solutions specializing in PLC Programming, Human Machine Interface (HMI) Development, and Software installations, with minimal electrical work. This position is expected to perform difficult troubleshooting for customers with direction from Sr. and lead level personnel.

This individual will have the ability to represent Pillar Innovations out in the field and will be responsible for maintaining good relations with current and prospective customers. The Jr. Industrial Programmer will report to the Automation Manager and will work primarily out of the Morgantown location.

• Designing, developing, testing, and supporting controls systems which include pneumatics, servos, VFD’s, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, push buttons and robotic integration under Sr. Level supervision
• Creating software design of customized solutions including manufacturing automation and safety systems under Sr. Level supervision
• Creating accurate BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Defining equipment and parts from external suppliers
• Architecting programs that are simple to test, well documented and versatile
• Commissioning customized products and systems onsite and at customer facilities
• Creating customer documentation such as user manuals and programming diagrams
• Responding to phone calls and texts after hours and on weekends within a timely manner
• Facilitating and supporting manufacturing processes and control systems within operations

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Valid driver’s license required
• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in process control and automation is preferred
• Proficient with MS Office productivity software
• Proficient with reading and using AutoCAD Electrical is preferred
• Strong working knowledge with Allen Bradley PLCs and RSLogix  is preferred
• HMI / OIT Development experience with Rockwell and/or Wonderware is preferred
• Able to efficiently plan work tasks to meet company goals
• Critical thinking with good 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 high output environment
• Good understanding of mechanical principals
• Able to travel up to 40% at times
• Able to work a flexible schedule and…