Controls Technician (Programmer)

Level 1 Position in Industrial Control Systems

This is a Level 1 position that opens the door for growth and future opportunities. In this role, you will be working alongside Level 2 Programmers and Engineers with the installation, startup, and commissioning of automated industrial control systems. You will have times in which you are working independently and others in which you are assisting a Team member who may be on a job site. Depending on the job's complexity and scope, you may be responsible for writing cradle-to-commissioned code.

In the field, you will act as the technical resource for Electrical Technicians offering guidance on control wiring solutions, VFD programming, network layout, instrument scaling, and site commissioning. You will also need to have some basic radio skills to troubleshoot communication issues over remote telemetry systems. You should have a basic grasp of HMI programming.

In this role, you will receive ongoing training with the goal of moving up in the company because they strongly believe in promoting from within. As your skill set increases so will your opportunities within the company. We are looking for candidates that want to grow their career in industrial controls and have a strong drive to learn.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related area. (In lieu of degree, will consider an equivalent combination of work experience, training, and related education)
• Basic understanding of PLC wiring and programming.
• Understanding syncing vs. sourcing and having high proficiency in working with 4-20mA analog loops.
• Ability to read and modify electrical schematics. Basic familiarity with NEC standards.
• Familiarity with calibrating and programming instruments
• Familiarity with programming and commissioning VFDs
• Should be proficient with Ladder Logic and program layout
• Familiarity with SCADA/HMI programming platforms such as iFix, Wonderware, Factory Talk Ignition and RedLion.
• Basic networking capabilities
• High proficiency with Windows Operating Systems and associated packages e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook
• Understanding of telemetry systems utilizing UHF, VHF, ISM 900, and IEC 802.11xx is a huge plus.
• Strong problem-solving and research abilities.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to design, develop and modify software control systems
• Able to lift 80 pounds
• Ability to travel 30% to assist on sites*
• Must have a valid unrestricted Driver's License.