Electronic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Overview:

Participate in the Designs and develops of all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment and machinery.  Provide support for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of wire and cable equipment and processes.
• Support the maintenance department in electrical/electronic systems troubleshooting.
• Provide technical support and direction to the maintenance department for maintaining electrical and electronic equipment in a manner which optimizes operational performance and safety.
• Manage small assigned projects which include cost estimations, designs, specifications, approvals, procurement, installation, startup, cost control, safety and overall implementation to achieve Plant and organizational objectives.
• Support outsourced repairs of critical electronic components.
• Adhere to all Corporate and Plant practices and policies in all aspects of work and ensure compliance with Federal, State and local electrical codes, and regulations.
• Partner with Electrical Engr. and Controls Engr. in the Development, writing, and de-bugging control logic for machine control, make design modifications and improvements to complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment.
• Analyze and interpret electrical schematics to the component level as required to make repairs and return equipment to operation.
• Utilize programming devices to analyze P.L.C. programs for failures or improvements.  Maintain detailed records of critical process variables and ensure that programs are logical and as comprehensible as possible.
• Support the electricians in troubleshooting, repair and program AC/DC drive systems including off-shifts and weekends.
• Troubleshoot issues utilizing current technology including electrical test equipment and computer diagnosis equipment.
• Maintain existing documentation and ensure information is accessible to other team members.
• Participate with Operations to solve manufacturing problems, initiate productivity improvements, and identify future opportunities for the overall continual improvement of the Sedalia operation.
• Liaison with Engineering and Maintenance Team.
• Perform other related duties as per direction of the Manager and the Coordinator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced computer skills required including PLC programming and CAD. (Experience with Wonderware a plus).
• Understanding types of communication, DH+, Serial (Rs232, RS485) ControlNet, DeviceNet, EtherNet.
• Ability to understand routing, gateways and VLan’s.

Qualifications:

• Electrical/Electronics Technician.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in PLC, Drives, Programing in Industrial.
• Maintenance (wire & cable experience highly desirable).

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Will work in both factory and office conditions.