Automation Engineer
About The Position
The Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining control systems and software programs to optimize automation processes within a cement manufacturing environment. This role involves hands-on work with Siemens control systems, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks. The engineer will also focus on preventative and predictive maintenance, system reliability, and collaborating with other departments to enhance plant automation and process optimization. Additionally, the position requires maintaining plant computer networks, servers, and detailed records of control system modifications. The role may involve on-call duties, special projects, and relieving other technicians. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation engineering or related technical field required
- 3 years of experience in the electrical or process control environment
- Candidate should have strong HMI, PLC and instrumentation background
- Strong process controls and electrical skills with emphasis on process optimization
- Competency in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and P&ID drawings
- Proven experience in PLC Logic and programming, as well as in HMI systems and related hardware/software
- Ability to operate data acquisition/analysis systems and software
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus, to update drawings as needed.
- Preferable cement process knowledge
Responsibilities
- Design and develop control systems and software programs.
- Implement and optimize automation processes.
- Maintain and troubleshoot control systems and machinery.
- Understand, maintain and troubleshoot Siemens control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, motor control systems, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Write and troubleshoot programs in the HMI and Siemens PLC’s and make changes in logic and process controls within a cement manufacturing environment.
- Preventative/predictive maintenance of the control system, by focusing on optimization and reliability of equipment.
- Develop and implement maintenance schedule for all system hardware/software.
- Maintain detailed records of repairs and modifications to control logic.
- Maintain the plant computer network and servers.
- Work with other departments on plant automation and process optimization.
- Establish and maintain communication with suppliers, contractors and engineering firms as well as technical people within the plant and company.
- Be on call on a rotating basis to cover plant needs.
- Work on special projects assigned by the Maintenance or Production Manager.
- Relieve the CEMs Technician in times of absence.
- Function well in a team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
