Controls Technician

PLC TechnicianRequired Skills & Experience2-3+ years in a manufacturing or industrial automation environmentHands-on PLC troubleshooting experience (ability to read and diagnose ladder logic)Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment using electrical schematics, I/O, field devices, and HMIsProficient with electrical troubleshooting tools (digital multimeter, etc.)Soldering and wiring experienceStrong documentation and change-control practicesAble to travel from Benson, NC to Durham, NC on an as needed basisNice to Have Skills & ExperienceExperience with Rockwell Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal.Experience configuring HMI screens, tags, recipes, or operating parameters.Familiarity with Ignition or another industrial SCADA platform.Industrial panel wiring, instrument, or drive troubleshooting experience.Digital schematic generation and readingNetworking infrastructure installationsExperience with basic power toolsJob DescriptionServe as the go-to resource for PLC, HMI, and controls software troubleshooting.Diagnose and resolve software-related issues on pilot and production equipment.Modify and enhance PLC logic, HMI screens, recipes, tags, and parameters within approved scope.Support commissioning efforts by implementing HMI and controls upgrades for newly developed production cells.Integrate vendor equipment code into standardized plant controls architecture.Collaborate with Controls Technicians and vendors to identify root causes and implement solutions.Maintain documentation of code changes, testing results, and system updates.Travel between Durham and Benson sites as needed to support startup, commissioning, and ongoing operations.Support Durham pilot operations through the transition to Benson, with increasing presence in Benson as equipment becomes operational.