Specialist - Process Control

Description Responsibilities Identify, maintain and troubleshoot PLC’s and PC components and programs using relevant software Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks/activities on controls and devices. PMs include routine battery replacement, routine backups, etc Identify and maintain robotics system components Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot HMI components Identify, maintain, and assist with troubleshooting control network components Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot motor controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components Troubleshoot electrical control circuits and control systems up to and including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems Replace components and reconfigure programs or settings as needed to maintain a controlled or validated state Locate, review and modify ladder logic within various platforms Perform routine and non-routine program backup from various platforms Create a library and archive programs for systems and equipment Ability to access all levels and areas of the facility Apply reasoning, analytical and problem solving skills to troubleshoot equipment or system issues Ability to interpret drawings- mechanical and electrical Ability to train other technicians on controls systems and applications Gather data and collect information to support Capital Appropriations Requests. Able to create the documentation and steps necessary to assist with execution of capital projects. Knowledge of engineering documentation requirements in a cGMP regulated environment Automation software experience with products such FactoryTalk® Batch, FactoryTalk® View Site Edition & FactoryTalk® View Machine Edition and Wonderware is preferred Experience with other systems, such as iFix, PI-Historian, Wonderware MES, Siemens SEMATIC S7, APOGEE®, and WinCC would be a plus PLC and Motion Control programming, testing, and debugging experience is required Electrical design and layout experience including power distribution, I/O devices, sensors, etc. Understanding of domestic and international electrical codes (NEC, NFPA79, IEC60204-1) Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens products is preferred Specific Skills Demonstrates a high level knowledge in process controls including detailed understanding of the process, ability to optimize the parameters and optimize the measurable outcomes while minimizing risks of hazards Demonstrates proficient knowledge of P&IDs and instrumentation/control equipment in an industrial environment Demonstrates, optimizes and instructs an expert knowledge of the control methods, analog and discrete and the critical components to developing sustainable control algorithms Ability to optimize design and implement knowledge of control system architecture including hardware, software, instrumentation and networking equipment Programming of Rockwell RSLogix 5000, Allen Bradley MicroLogix / CompactLogix PLC’s , Siemens and Motion Control devices including stepper/servo motors and drives is required Ability to be flexible with work priorities and work effectively as part of a team and also in an individual capacity Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple assignments with varying priorities in a manner that meets the company's goals An excellent technical (engineering) background, with "hands on" experience Self-driven to meet objectives/goals within the organization Assist with all levels of process and controls improvements from basic wiring/component replacement or upgrades to complete system or controls upgrades Perform basic project management tasks Support the Change Control Process- equipment or program changes or upgrades through Validation efforts Support the Deviation and CAPA processes on site to ensure compliance and process improvement strategies Assist Information Technology with holistic control system infrastructure Partner with system vendors to design, build, qualify and maintain state of the art systems Experience Must have 3-7+ years of experience in the designing, programming and testing of control and automation systems in a pharma/biotech manufacturing, laboratory, R&D or pilot plant environment Proficient experience in implementing control methodology in PLC and HMI platforms with a high level of understanding of various programming languages Proficient in loop checking, startup, troubleshooting and commissioning support in an industrial environment Proficient ability to understand control philosophy and write functional requirement specifications Requirements Traditional office environment, with frequent walking to, exposed to external elements of weather, other areas of the facility, including production areas, loading docks, mechanical spaces and warehouse #J-18808-Ljbffr Lannett Company