PLC PROGRAMMER / CONTROLS TECHNICIAN

CALIFORNIA

THIS IS AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR AN EXPERIENCED, INTERMEDIATE LEVEL CONTROLS AND AUTOMATION SPECIALIST TO MAKE THEIR MARK AND HELP DEVELOP OUR US AUTOMATION DIVISION. THIS ROLE OFFERS GROWTH, AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONTRIBUTE IDEAS AND TAP INTO ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT!

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Diverse and exciting industrial customer base
• Growing company with consistent work
• Continuous training and skills improvement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages plus incentive plan
• Overtime opportunity
• Laptop provided
• Excellent benefit package
• 401K matching
• ….and much more

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Prepare functional descriptions of process controls and sequence of operations
• Development and support of PLC and HMI programs for use on industrial equipment
• Application and setup of VFD and multi axis servo control systems
• Integration of specialized hardware and software into manufacturing systems to enhance automation and control with an emphasis on efficiency
• Panel design (AUTOCAD)
• Commission and trouble shoot robotic applications
• Assist customers and/or co-workers with electrical/programming issues
• Assist with specifications for purchase of electrical components
• Respond to emergency service requirements including participating in a weekend coverage schedule with fellow team members
• Provide electrical machine commissioning and/or technical support both on and off-site
• Field installation work requires travel to customer's facilities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• 2 or more years "hands on" Controls experience required
• Proficient in industrial machine controls, electrical systems, PLC and HMI programming with a working knowledge of multi axis servo systems
• Able to create CAD drawings for assembly and wiring control panels and instrumentation
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skill in organization and problem solving
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Understanding of production machine, and machine tool capabilities
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures related to the automation field
• Program Allen-Bradley, Omron and Siemens PLC's and HMI's
• Robot Programming and troubleshooting is a plus
• Understanding Networking basics
• SQL/DBA experience is a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively including overnight stays within the U.S.