INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION SPECIALIST

• ◆Performs advanced PLC programming and HMI programming, networking, and troubleshooting; set up and install hardware; and as necessary evaluate equipment making recommendation for design changes and improvements.
• ◆Has expert knowledge and understanding, as well as the ability to modify, ancillary systems or equipment used in conjunction with PLCs such as operating systems, software packages, drives and/or data acquisition systems, taking care to identify the root causes of equipment failure.
• ◆May check and calibrate plant instrumentation; routinely checks plant equipment, reheat furnace, melt shop electronic systems or other instrumentation. Will document testing of emergency systems for compliance purposes. Will work with analytic software, calculators, meters, and electronic probes in order to diagnose faults in circuitry.
• ◆Interprets schematics/blueprints at an expert level.
• ◆Research, specify, and help source equipment, parts, and digital solutions.

• ◆Works with related diagnostic equipment including digital voltmeter, multi-voltmeter, oscilloscope, and other electronic tools and equipment.
• ◆Plans and assists engineers and plant leadership with projects that involve installation or modification of equipment.
• ◆Helps in coordinating the activities and troubleshooting of maintenance employees and contractors on assigned projects.
• ◆Follow all PPE

and safety rules and guidelines for all tasks being performed.

• ✓Responsible for training other personnel on electrical systems, PLC’s, HMI’s, networks, process changes, etc.
• ✓Perform all other duties as assigned.

• ✓High school diploma or GED. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or Automation technology, robotics, or a closely related technical field is preferred.
• ✓10 years of heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• ✓Experience working in an industrial environment.
• ✓Maintain a working knowledge/understanding of and be familiar with computer science, mechanics, electronics, machinery, human-machine interfaces, and process controls.
• ✓Must possess strong math, computer, and electrical skills.
• ✓Must be familiar with a variety of hand tools and be an excellent problem solver. It is critical to have a thorough understanding of equipment including motors, drives, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• ✓Ability to read blueprints.
• ✓Advanced knowledge and verifiable training and/or work experience in: AC/DC motor theory PLC Programing/network configuration Factory Talk HMI system configuration Expert drive knowledge ABB and Rockwell Electrical controls Data acquisition systems, process cameras, HMI Interfaces.

• ✓Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing or walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
• ✓Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting and lift up to 35 lbs.
• ✓Work in extreme temperatures up to 160°F and in cramped quarters and heights.
• ✓Must work a shift schedule, including days, nights, and weekends.
• ✓Ability to work call ins for emergency work when the plant is down.
• ✓Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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