Missouri Staffing
Controls Electrician / PLC Technician
Missouri Staffing, O Fallon, Missouri, United States, 63366
Controls Electrician / Plc Technician
Are you a hands-on controls electrician who enjoys building systems from scratch? Planet Tool and Engineering is a machine shop with a custom engineering department that designs and builds one-of-a-kind machinery. We're looking for someone who can wire control panels, install and commission systems, and assist with programming and troubleshooting PLCs and automation hardware. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in building clean, efficient, and safe electrical systems and wants to be part of a team that builds machines no one else does. You will work closely with our engineers and machinists to bring unique equipment to life from initial build through startup. Key Responsibilities
Build and wire industrial control panels based on electrical schematics. Install and connect control panels, field devices, and conduit on custom machines. Assist with PLC programming and HMI setup (primarily Allen-Bradley). Troubleshoot and debug control systems, including motors, sensors, and VFDs. Read and interpret ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings. Collaborate with engineers and machinists during machine development. Ensure all work meets safety standards and complies with electrical codes. Participate in machine startup, testing, and commissioning at our shop and customer sites. Willingness and ability to travel will be necessary. Travel is not often and varies based on the customer's location. Note, that this job requires crawling and climbing around equipment to run wires and install components. Qualifications
3+ years of experience as an industrial electrician or controls technician. Hands-on experience building and wiring control panels. Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting and programming (Allen-Bradley preferred). Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and ladder diagrams. Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control issues. Comfortable working on one-off machinery and adapting to changing designs. Knowledge of industrial safety practices (NFPA 70E, LOTO, arc flash). Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and crawl around equipment. Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)
Experience with motion control (servos, encoders, etc.). CAD electrical experience for control panel layouts or schematics. Knowledge of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.). Experience with robotics or vision systems. General knowledge of UL508a requirements Benefits Include:
10 Paid Holidays PTO Days 401K Retirement Health Insurance Dental Insurance
Are you a hands-on controls electrician who enjoys building systems from scratch? Planet Tool and Engineering is a machine shop with a custom engineering department that designs and builds one-of-a-kind machinery. We're looking for someone who can wire control panels, install and commission systems, and assist with programming and troubleshooting PLCs and automation hardware. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in building clean, efficient, and safe electrical systems and wants to be part of a team that builds machines no one else does. You will work closely with our engineers and machinists to bring unique equipment to life from initial build through startup. Key Responsibilities
Build and wire industrial control panels based on electrical schematics. Install and connect control panels, field devices, and conduit on custom machines. Assist with PLC programming and HMI setup (primarily Allen-Bradley). Troubleshoot and debug control systems, including motors, sensors, and VFDs. Read and interpret ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings. Collaborate with engineers and machinists during machine development. Ensure all work meets safety standards and complies with electrical codes. Participate in machine startup, testing, and commissioning at our shop and customer sites. Willingness and ability to travel will be necessary. Travel is not often and varies based on the customer's location. Note, that this job requires crawling and climbing around equipment to run wires and install components. Qualifications
3+ years of experience as an industrial electrician or controls technician. Hands-on experience building and wiring control panels. Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting and programming (Allen-Bradley preferred). Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and ladder diagrams. Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control issues. Comfortable working on one-off machinery and adapting to changing designs. Knowledge of industrial safety practices (NFPA 70E, LOTO, arc flash). Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and crawl around equipment. Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)
Experience with motion control (servos, encoders, etc.). CAD electrical experience for control panel layouts or schematics. Knowledge of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.). Experience with robotics or vision systems. General knowledge of UL508a requirements Benefits Include:
10 Paid Holidays PTO Days 401K Retirement Health Insurance Dental Insurance