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Electrical and Automation Specialist

Requisition ID:  11967
Location: 

Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742

Pay Type:  Salary
SALARY: $107,847 per year

COMPANY OVERVIEW  
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.
Description: 

JOB DESCRIPTION: Holcim (US) Inc. seeks an Electrical and Automation Specialist in Hagerstown, MD to be responsible for the Hagerstown Plant’s Process Control System [PCS] specification, alarm system and instrumentation, application programming, testing, hardware implementation and electrical maintenance. The individual applies the PCS as a tool for improvement of plant performance including product quality, rate, availability, OEE and MTBF.  Key responsibilities include:

  • Ensure system programming meets with proper safety and environmental compliance.
  • Ensure proper operation of, and troubleshooting of, electrical & instrumentation system components including transmitters, actuators, controllers, motor and drive systems VFDs, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems DCS for process control.
  • Troubleshoot field devices to SCADA and/or PLC I/O points.
  • Calibrating, configuring and repairing of measurement/controls instruments flow, level, pressure and temperature including associate valves and valve actuators.
  • Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting PLCs, process controls, electrical, instrument, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
  • Work closely with other departments to establish, maintain and manage instruments, installations, standards, control programs, maintenance programs, and certification cycles/programs to meet operational and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintain system documentation including but not limited to master equipment files, regulatory compliance files, equipment specifications, and repair history.
  • Evaluate computer control equipment and their components to assure they meet the plant requirements.
  • Define, write and implement changes to existing process control programs. Prevent downtime due to faults; continuous improvement to HMI and programming to both extend life of existing PCS and facilitate eventual replacement.
  • Troubleshoot control system hardware and software problems. Spend the necessary time in the field, verifying and monitoring correct function of the technology applications and devices.
  • Monitor and Troubleshoot Operations Technology (OT) system hardware and software problems. Preferred TIS (Technical Information System), HLC (High level control).
  • Provide knowledge and leadership for plant maintenance and PLC control projects.
  • Assure reliable plant instrumentation equipment operation, including annual certifications.
  • Execute the adjustment, tuning, calibration, and certification (when required) of all applications such that the requirements of data flow, stability, accuracy, and reporting are met.
  • Coordinate electrical and automation contractors on improvement projects.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas. Ensure that safe work practices are being followed by self and promote safety with all other employees and outside contractors. Complies with company and plant defined objectives for leading indicating, including VPC and TITF (Time in the field).

 

This position involves domestic/national travel up to 10% of the time.
 

REQUIREMENTS: The position of Electrical & Automation Specialist requires 5 years of experience in the job offered, as an Electrical Supervisor, Mechatronics Specialist, or in a related process specialist position. The position requires 5 years of experience with each of the following:

  1. Operations Technology (OT) network administration, including client/server architecture, network design and server operating systems 
  2. HMI and PLC programming software 
  3. Conducting maintenance activities with respect to process instrumentation 
  4. SAP, Autocad, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

 

SALARY: $107,847 per year  (standard company benefits apply)

 

Candidates who are interested in this position should select “Apply now”.
 

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown

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