PLC Maintenance Technician III - The Fountain Group
Richmond, VA
About the Job
Internal Job Title: Automation Control Engineer
Shifts: 1 position open for 1st shift: 7AM to 3PM
Must work at site-prefer candidates who have been COVID vaccinated but not mandatory.
Purpose of role-ensure the efficient and reliable operation of high speed processing and packaging equipment. This includes troubleshooting, analyzing root causes, testing, installing and conducting all electrical repairs and preventative maintenance
Support automation introduction at plants including integration, troubleshooting etc. to provide a wider network of resources that can deal with advancing automation.
AC/DC Machinery and Motor controls Instrumentation and Process Controls Understand control system concepts as well as how they relate with critical IT infrastructure. Visualization Software: Shop Logix, SCADA, Mechanical Drives Rockwell Software: Studio 5000, Logix 5000, Logix 500, Connected Component Allen Bradley PLC and Panel View Allen Bradley PLC and ladder logic components Network Protocols: Ethernet IP, Modbus Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word. Proficient SAP user preferred. Ability to use technical knowledge and skills to identify, develop and implement process improvements and communicate results.
Main Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair production equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment
Repair, maintain, and upgrade electrical equipment
Read and understand wiring schematics
Perform PLC troubleshooting and programming
Experience using test equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues (Multimeter, megger, themography, etc...)
Knowledge of industrial 3 phase equipment, controls, VFD drives, PLC and control devices (e.g. Allen Bradley, ABB, and Foxboro)
Perform calibration of 4-20 mA instruments and other low voltage systems.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
Completed an approved Apprenticeship or Training
At least 4 years manufacturing experience
Must be flexible to work weekends, and holidays as required
Ability to work well in a team-based environment with limited supervision
Ability to problem solve and help with practical solutions
Shifts: 1 position open for 1st shift: 7AM to 3PM
Must work at site-prefer candidates who have been COVID vaccinated but not mandatory.
Purpose of role-ensure the efficient and reliable operation of high speed processing and packaging equipment. This includes troubleshooting, analyzing root causes, testing, installing and conducting all electrical repairs and preventative maintenance
Support automation introduction at plants including integration, troubleshooting etc. to provide a wider network of resources that can deal with advancing automation.
AC/DC Machinery and Motor controls Instrumentation and Process Controls Understand control system concepts as well as how they relate with critical IT infrastructure. Visualization Software: Shop Logix, SCADA, Mechanical Drives Rockwell Software: Studio 5000, Logix 5000, Logix 500, Connected Component Allen Bradley PLC and Panel View Allen Bradley PLC and ladder logic components Network Protocols: Ethernet IP, Modbus Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word. Proficient SAP user preferred. Ability to use technical knowledge and skills to identify, develop and implement process improvements and communicate results.
Main Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair production equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment
Repair, maintain, and upgrade electrical equipment
Read and understand wiring schematics
Perform PLC troubleshooting and programming
Experience using test equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues (Multimeter, megger, themography, etc...)
Knowledge of industrial 3 phase equipment, controls, VFD drives, PLC and control devices (e.g. Allen Bradley, ABB, and Foxboro)
Perform calibration of 4-20 mA instruments and other low voltage systems.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
Completed an approved Apprenticeship or Training
At least 4 years manufacturing experience
Must be flexible to work weekends, and holidays as required
Ability to work well in a team-based environment with limited supervision
Ability to problem solve and help with practical solutions
Source : The Fountain Group