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Wagstaff Inc

Automation Specialist - TS

Wagstaff Inc, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99216

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WagstaffDescription: Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.Pay: $65,000 - $85,000, depending on experience. Expected pay is $78,000 plus travel pay.Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 (terms & conditions apply)As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:Paid non-working holidaysMonthly, site-wide BBQsUp to 8% retirement contributionAnnual bonus program1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a dayFamily-friendly, company-wide eventsTo review our full benefits summary, please visit https://www.wagstaff.com/Wagstaff/Careers.htm Want to learn more about Wagstaff? Join us for a virtual tour! https://www.careerexplorenw.org/fieldtrip?tour=Wagstaff Job SummaryApply electrical knowledge to the unique set of technical circumstances at each customer location while commissioning and supporting the operation of Wagstaff supplied equipment. Substantial international and domestic travel is required.Primary Job ResponsibilitiesPerform installation and commissioning of equipment in customer plants in coordination with the Automated Systems Group and Mechanical EngineeringProvide Technical Service to customers in response to emergency calls or service requests introubleshooting and repairProvide training to customer personnel in PLC based automation system operation and maintenance in conjunction with commissioning or in response to independent requests or requirementsPerform hardware and software testingParticipate in product development activitiesParticipate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologiesAbide by company policiesAssist in the preparation of PLC and SCADA packages for projects in coordination with Project Managers and other engineers involved in the commissioning processAttend Engineering Design Review meetings at customer sitesDomestic and international travel required depending upon customer and company business needsIn order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be requiredOther duties as assigned Requirements: Associates in Applied Science degree in Electrical Maintenance and Automation, Electronics Engineering, or related program required or substitution of equivalent experienceAbility to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary teamGeneral CharacteristicsAcquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice areaApplies prescribed and/or standard techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasksExercises limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional workAcquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilitiesGeneral Technical ResponsibilitiesDesigns a complete project, system, component, or process of standard complexityPerforms standard computations or analysisPrepares drawingsLeadership SkillsAssigns tasks to and coordinates with designersCoordinates with departments as necessaryDirection ReceivedReceives close supervision on unusual or difficult problemsCommunication SkillsAcademic oral and technical writing skillsAttends customer project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignment, May occasionally lead the meetingsWorking EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job on Wagstaff premises, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, well ventilated, climate controlled general office environment. Close computer work is regularly required. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The noise level in the general office environment is usually moderate. This job may require occasional or more frequent interaction with employees on the manufacturing shop floor. While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with shop floor managers/employees may be necessary before entering the shop floor, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud.This job may also require occasional or more frequent travel to and work at customer sites. While at customer sites, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a construction and/or manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with customer managers/employees may be necessary before entering the customer site, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required at customer sites. The noise level at customer sites is often loud.Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.Wagstaff, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. PM22Compensation details: 65000-85000 Yearly SalaryPI950333dd459e-35196-38400420