Automation Technician II - Industrial

Baker Group • Ankeny, IA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Automation Technicians will be responsible for supporting Project Managers and System Engineers with creating, installing, and commissioning of PLC/HMI/SCADA based systems as well as network and device integration work.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree specialized in Robotics, Automation, Technology or Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with PLC/HMI control system in lieu of Associate’s degree
• Or Bachelor’s degree specialized in Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing
• Working knowledge of at least one PLC software (i.e. Rockwell Suite, Modicon Unity Pro or Control Expert, Mitsubishi, or many others)
• Working knowledge of at least one HMI software (i.e. Rockwell FactoryTalk View or Wonderware InTouch, or many others)
• Working SCADA knowledge of at least one platform (i.e. Ignition, Factory Talk View SE, Optix, GE iFix, Ecostruxure Power Operations or SCADA, and many others)
• Knowledge of common Windows Office applications and Repositories (i.e. OneDrive, SharePoint, GIT)
• Knowledge of Ethernet and serial network communication formats and hardware configurations
• Understanding of basic process controls (i.e. PID control loops, motor control, commissioning of digital and analog measurement devices)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to travel to customer locations for overnight work approximately 25%

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Complete start up and commissioning of new PLC/HMI/SCADA control systems, service and maintenance of existing installations, fault diagnoses, hardware repairs, programming bug fixes and alterations on customer sites
• Complete diagnosing and resolving technical problems on job sites and provide appropriate reports to Project Management or Operations Leaders via email, SharePoint, OneDrive, or other repository applications
• Attend and participate in project kickoff and turnover meetings with Project Managers to gain knowledge of project estimate, scope and finalize project completion documentation
• Organize and maintain control submittal project redlines and submit to design engineer at project conclusion for as built drawing package creation
• Work with other technicians to develop and share technical solutions
• Actively participate in technician training to maintain technical expertise on new products, tools, and integration through continuing education initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees