Switch4 LLC
Title: Controls Technician
Location: Richmond, IN
Job Type: FTE/Permmanent
Summary: The Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, support, and improvement of the facility's plant floor control system. This includes acting as a liaison with outside integrators and contractors to ensure the facility's business needs are met on time and within budget, training maintenance resources and operating technicians during the startup of new or modified control systems, and providing technical support when issues exceed the maintenance team's ability to resolve. This position will also provide innovation and support for continuous improvement projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Manage Input/Output checkout for new projects and process improvements. Maintain and modify PLC programs to support the day-to-day operation of the facility. Work on Continuous Improvement projects throughout the entire plant and troubleshoot system failures when they occur. Support the implementation of PLC programs for projects. Install and use WonderWare SCADA software to support plant projects. Maintain and upgrade the plant SCADA System. Manage change control and ensure the validation of plant PLC's and SCADA system remains current. Work closely with Maintenance and Operator Technician teams to assure proper training in the use of plant control systems. Collaborate with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Consultants to resolve system-related issues. Provide on-call support for on-shift technical resources. Work with the Network Administrator to maintain the Facility Controls Network (hardware and software). Understand and align with company policies, safety standards, and industry best practices. Identify and report any operational or safety issues. Education/Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma. 2-year Industrial Technology Certificate, Automation or Electrical/Electronic Technology degree, or equivalent work experience. 2 years of experience in developing and/or modifying electrical schematics. Preferred Qualifications:
BS or equivalent in Engineering/Engineering Technology in Controls or Electrical field. 5 years of experience in PLC field and General SCADA Programming knowledge (with familiarity with WonderWare Intouch and Archestra, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, PLC 5, and SLC 5/05 software). Experience with MS SQL and Industrial SQL, Wonderware Historian. Familiarity with AB Panelview and Sigmatek PLC and operator interface. Experience with robotic automation (Fanuc, UR, Okura, etc.). Travel Requirements:
Expected percentage of travel: Up to 5%. Physical Requirements:
Ability to bend, climb, crawl, work in confined spaces, work in hazardous condition spaces, work in extreme weather conditions, use hazardous materials, and lift up to 50 lbs. on a continual basis. Ability to work in a standard office environment.
Summary: The Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, support, and improvement of the facility's plant floor control system. This includes acting as a liaison with outside integrators and contractors to ensure the facility's business needs are met on time and within budget, training maintenance resources and operating technicians during the startup of new or modified control systems, and providing technical support when issues exceed the maintenance team's ability to resolve. This position will also provide innovation and support for continuous improvement projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Manage Input/Output checkout for new projects and process improvements. Maintain and modify PLC programs to support the day-to-day operation of the facility. Work on Continuous Improvement projects throughout the entire plant and troubleshoot system failures when they occur. Support the implementation of PLC programs for projects. Install and use WonderWare SCADA software to support plant projects. Maintain and upgrade the plant SCADA System. Manage change control and ensure the validation of plant PLC's and SCADA system remains current. Work closely with Maintenance and Operator Technician teams to assure proper training in the use of plant control systems. Collaborate with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Consultants to resolve system-related issues. Provide on-call support for on-shift technical resources. Work with the Network Administrator to maintain the Facility Controls Network (hardware and software). Understand and align with company policies, safety standards, and industry best practices. Identify and report any operational or safety issues. Education/Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma. 2-year Industrial Technology Certificate, Automation or Electrical/Electronic Technology degree, or equivalent work experience. 2 years of experience in developing and/or modifying electrical schematics. Preferred Qualifications:
BS or equivalent in Engineering/Engineering Technology in Controls or Electrical field. 5 years of experience in PLC field and General SCADA Programming knowledge (with familiarity with WonderWare Intouch and Archestra, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, PLC 5, and SLC 5/05 software). Experience with MS SQL and Industrial SQL, Wonderware Historian. Familiarity with AB Panelview and Sigmatek PLC and operator interface. Experience with robotic automation (Fanuc, UR, Okura, etc.). Travel Requirements:
Expected percentage of travel: Up to 5%. Physical Requirements:
Ability to bend, climb, crawl, work in confined spaces, work in hazardous condition spaces, work in extreme weather conditions, use hazardous materials, and lift up to 50 lbs. on a continual basis. Ability to work in a standard office environment.