Controls Technician

Albany International Corp.•Salt Lake City, UT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is seeking a Controls Technician to provide technical support, problem-solving, documentation maintenance, modifications, and continuous improvement for power panels and automated control systems. This role reports to the Maintenance Manager and is crucial for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of automated equipment. The technician will collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade equipment to meet aerospace industry standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or recognized equivalent
Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and blueprints.
Strong knowledge of electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to efficiently diagnose advanced mechanical and electrical problems quickly and efficiently.
5-7 years of hands-on troubleshooting of PLC and automated controls maintenance.
Technical Understanding
Technical Zeal
Deals with Uncertainty
Advanced Safety
Power Tools
Attention to Detail
Flexibility in work schedule as job requires
Little or no Supervision required
Job Knowledge
Productivity
Computer skills are necessary.
Candidate must have a working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

Nice To Haves

Experience with aerospace manufacturing or a similar precision industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of custom automated equipment.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and install automated equipment for manufacturing unique composite products.
Assist in modification and upgrades to equipment under the direction of the global engineering group to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
Drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot AB RS LOGIX 5000's and components.
Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot automation and mechanical components.
Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot power transmission systems including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard components.
Hands-on experience and troubleshooting of 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems.
Reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Identify, maintain, and utilize SCADA systems and KPI's.
Train others with lesser skills.
Interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others.
Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on all production systems and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted production processes.
Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical control issues, implementing effective solutions to minimize production disruptions and safety hazards.
Lead and assist in the installation, modification, and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
Detect failures/errors, analyze root causes, and develop established solutions.
Analyze performance logs (logs, online tools).
Controls Programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Labview, Yaskawa, GE Proficy).
Familiarity with time-based and relational database systems.
Program and troubleshoot electrical control systems.
Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, ensuring that automation systems are in compliance with industry and company safety standards.
Collaborate with engineering teams to plan and execute automation system upgrades, ensuring optimal performance and operational efficiency.
Maintain accurate records of all electrical work, including repairs, installations, and modifications, and update documentation as needed.
Respond promptly to production emergencies and breakdowns, providing effective solutions to minimize production downtime.
Special projects and miscellaneous duties, as needed or assigned.