Tuscumbia, AL, US, 35674
Plant Controls Engineer
ABOUT THE ROLE
Serves as the SME for controls/automation within the facility. Provides controls related support and guidance to maintenance, production, and engineering personnel as required to increase safety, reliability, and efficiency.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
● Demonstrate safe electrical work practice
● Hands-on PLC/HMI programming, modification, and troubleshooting
● Support maintenance efforts to diagnose and repair electrical equipment and control devices (i.e., PLCs, motor controls hardware, I/O, drives, sensors, and OT networks)
● Lead and/or support internal controls projects from conception to completion including planning, installation, and commissioning as required
● Identify opportunities to optimize safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability of production lines with automation
● Maintain backup programs for PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs
● Work with the Maintenance group to develop and implement a training plan to increase controls knowledge within the team
● Identify obsolete controls hardware and ensure appropriate spare parts availability
● Work with outside vendors and contractors involved in controls related projects
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
● Proven experience supporting electrical controls in an industrial environment
● Strong electrical, mechanical, analytical, and diagnostic skills, with the ability to define problems and resolve them quickly and safely
● Highly proficient with PLC software and hardware to include Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley products (Studio 5000 and similar)
● Extensive PLC programming/troubleshooting experience
● Experience supporting industrial networks, motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, safety devices, and electrical distribution systems
● HMI/SCADA development expertise (FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, Ignition, and similar)
● Experience starting up, replacing, and upgrading Alllen Bradley and ABB drives
● History of troubleshooting remote IO on DeviceNet, Ethernet IP, and ControlNet
● Strong understanding of electrical theory and devices
● Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams
● Experience integrating and commissioning industrial equipment or controls hardware
● Effective communication and computer skills
● Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
● Technical Degree in Engineering, Industrial Controls, Automation, Mechatronics, or similar
● Formalized training and and extensive experience considered in lieu of a degree
● 5+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs
● 5+ years of experience with HMI/SCADA
● 5+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motors, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components)
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Compensation
- Retirement Savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
- Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for
- Health and Dependent Care
- Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
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