Controls Technician (Engineering)
Scope of the Position
A Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration and maintenance of and improvement of automated industrial machinery. A Controls Technician keeps things running smoothly as they check on and maintain machinery. Successful Controls Technicians are able to respond quickly to any problems that might arise.
Responsibilities
- Test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes
- Install retrofits to existing systems and troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems
- Supports start-up activities
- Create and maintain automation processes
- Over-see testing procedures, writing reports and making sure that the instruments you develop comply with quality standards and safety regulations.
- Available for support calls 24/7
- Install, diagnose and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices that operate automated equipment.
- PLC, robot and HMI programming, implementation and troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance of production and support equipment
- Repair of equipment
- Assist in proper maintenance of all programming software, application files and programming hardware
- Responsible to improve equipment reliability and uptime related to automation and controls
- Implementation of Continuous Improvement Ideas related to automation and robotics as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
- Physical ability to lift 60lbs
- Manual dexterity
- Overtime as required
- Industrial workplace, where PPE is required.
- Support 3 shift operation (days, afternoons, midnights)
Qualifications
- Graduate of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology (Robot and Automation Program) or Completion of a 2-year degree or technical certificate program
- Manufacturing experience and a strong technical knowledge in the programming, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment
- Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens), Robotics (Nachi, ABB, Fanuc), HMI programming, Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence, Omron)
- Superior analytical capabilities
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to manage multiple projects
