Plant Engineering - Technician, Controls
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Key details
- Location
- Robesonia, PA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Experience
- 2–5 yrs
- Function
- Hardware, mechanical & civil engineering
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 2w ago
Skills
autocadcadcontrol systemsfabricationhand toolsleanmultimetersnfpa 70eplcprocess controlsix sigmatest equipmenttroubleshootingvfdswiringwiring diagrams
About the role
Summary of Position
Supporting our manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, panel fabrication, and control system optimization. In this role, you’ll collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation issues, build and install custom control panels, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance production efficiency and equipment reliability.
Position Requirements
PLC programming on Allen-Bradley product lines, including Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5, Connected Components, and Factorytalk View Studio. Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Proficiency with hand tools, multimeters, and basic electrical testing equipment.
Preferred qualifications include Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical). 2+ years of experience building and wiring electrical panels or working in a similar industrial controls/automation environment. Basic understanding of process control principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). Familiarity with machine safety standards and practices (e.g., NFPA 70E, ISO 13849).
Duties and Responsibilities
Troubleshooting & Support:
• Work alongside maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues in real-time.
• Provide support for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and safety devices.
• Assist in updating and maintaining electrical and control documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs). Electrical Panel Fabrication & Installation:
• Build and wire custom electrical control panels from schematics and layout drawings.
• Install control panels and integrate them with machinery and production equipment.
• Test panel functionality and troubleshoot as needed prior to deployment. Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for improving equipment performance, reliability and safety.
• Assist engineers in implementing automation upgrades and optimization projects. Documentation & Compliance:
• Maintain accurate records of wiring changes, modifications, and system configurations.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new and existing control systems.
Supporting our manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, panel fabrication, and control system optimization. In this role, you’ll collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation issues, build and install custom control panels, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance production efficiency and equipment reliability.
Position Requirements
PLC programming on Allen-Bradley product lines, including Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5, Connected Components, and Factorytalk View Studio. Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Proficiency with hand tools, multimeters, and basic electrical testing equipment.
Preferred qualifications include Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical). 2+ years of experience building and wiring electrical panels or working in a similar industrial controls/automation environment. Basic understanding of process control principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). Familiarity with machine safety standards and practices (e.g., NFPA 70E, ISO 13849).
Duties and Responsibilities
Troubleshooting & Support:
• Work alongside maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues in real-time.
• Provide support for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and safety devices.
• Assist in updating and maintaining electrical and control documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs). Electrical Panel Fabrication & Installation:
• Build and wire custom electrical control panels from schematics and layout drawings.
• Install control panels and integrate them with machinery and production equipment.
• Test panel functionality and troubleshoot as needed prior to deployment. Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for improving equipment performance, reliability and safety.
• Assist engineers in implementing automation upgrades and optimization projects. Documentation & Compliance:
• Maintain accurate records of wiring changes, modifications, and system configurations.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new and existing control systems.