PLC Programmer/Controls TechnicianDFWDescription:As Controls Technician you will focus on maintaining the reliability of the making and packing lines above specified targets. To achieve this, the Controls Technician will focus on technical troubleshooting and implementation of improvements on the several automated systems onsite.Key Responsibilities/ AccountabilitiesProcess Related Activities: Troubleshoot current process PLC program and HMI 6 existing lines. Work with other controls engineers and process engineers to accomplish improvements to the existing lines. Completes tasks on schedule. Demonstrate strong communication with colleagues, management, and customers. Requires only periodic direction from the Project/ Engineering Manager Complies with the rules, procedures and policies as delivered by the organization. Guide less experienced employees technicallyProject Related Activities: Manage and develop project deliverables independently or within a team. Assist in the design of control systems (I/O and Motor lists, P&IDs, etc.) Perform on-site startup, commissioning, validate and support. Provide technical competence during project execution. Get the appropriate colleague, manager or customer involved to resolve issues early in the development process. Identify changes in scope and notify Project/ Engineering Manager in a timely manner. Develop approaches to solve problems, handle customer demands, changes, and complaints. Contribute a broad technical competence to the team, along with superior communication, correspondence, and mediation skills. Provides input and resolves issues during the Estimating and Fabrication processes.Education / Certification / Qualifications / Experience Education:
High School diploma
Technical education/ University Degree in Engineering.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of industry experience with industrial automation described here in specific knowledge.
Specific Knowledge: (Technical/Product, Organizational and Interpersonal)PLC/HMIRS Studio 5000 / ControlLogixFactoryTalk ME/PanelViewFactoryTalk SEWonderware IntouchWonderware ArchestrA System PlatformInductive Automation IgnitionDrives/VFDsPowerFlex VFDKinetix Servo DrivesNetworksEthernet: EtherNet/IP, DLR, STRATIX, CISCO SwitchesControlNet, DeviceNet, RIO, DF1, ModbusJob Title: Automation TechnicianJob DescriptionSeeking a skilled Automation Technician responsible for commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end-to-end testing, troubleshooting, and servicing on assigned projects. The role involves direct customer interaction and coordination with team leaders to meet on-site installation and repair requirements. The technician will be responsible for documenting verification, validation, and job close-out requirements, ensuring customer satisfaction by diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems. Safety standards are rigorously upheld. Travel up to 60% is required, with weekends at home. Mechanical experience is beneficial.Hard Skills
PLC programming
HMI
VFD
Ladder Logix
Siemens systems
Troubleshooting
Equipment repair
Soft Skills
Customer service
Problem-solving
Team coordination
Safety enforcement
Documentation
Job TypeThis is a contract position with a duration of 9 Month(s).Work EnvironmentFieldwork with up to 60% travel, mostly home on weekendsAdditional Skills & Qualifications:n/aAbout Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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