Automation and Control Technician

GFT • Mechanicsburg, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

GFT is seeking an Automation and Control Technician to join our Building and Places Business Group in Mechanicsburg PA. This role requires regular attendance at our Mechanicsburg PA office. This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Entry Level Automation and Control Technician who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

Requirements

• Minimum Associates Degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Progressive experience in automation and controls
• Understanding the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major automation projects.
• Must be familiar with UL 508A standards
• Familiar with AB Rockwell Automation, GE, Modicon, and Control Microsystems PLC platforms
• Familiar with GE, Rockwell Automation, Wonderware HMI / SCADA and OIT platforms
• Familiar with Win911, RACO alarm dialer systems
• Familiar with RSLinx, Kepserver, Archestra
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Familiar with Microsoft SQL server
• Familiar with Autodesk AutoCAD and modeling applications
• Ability to be onsite and travel to client locations as project assignments require in the central PA region.
• Strong communication skills
• Will regularly interface with clients and multidisciplinary project team members
• Must have a positive attitude to excellence, continual improvement, and innovation
• Must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs.
• Must be proficient using electrical hand tools including multi meters and have industrial control system trouble shooting skills

Nice To Haves

• Industrial networking, routing, and firewalls is a plus
• Server architecture and database experience is a plus
• Studio5000 FactoryTalk Suite
• VMWare / Docker
• OHSA safety training is a plus
• Familiar with GMP ISO area restrictions a plus

Responsibilities

• PLC programming using IEC 61131 standards
• Understanding and translation of PLC control and hardwired relay panel design drawings and BOMs
• Knowledge of all major communication and I/O protocols
• HMI programming development
• Ability to understand control narratives and translate into field programming
• Conduct factory and field testing of automation systems
• Panel fabrication in a UL certified environment
• Field wiring & troubleshooting experience for small to complex control systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree