PLANT AUTOMATION and CONTROLS ENGINEER

Tower Extrusions, LLC•Olney, TX

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Tower Extrusions LLC is a local privately-owned manufacturer of aluminum extrusions. We have been in business since 1977 under consistent ownership. Our company has exhibited continuous growth over this period and we pride ourselves in our culture. You are not just a number but instead you become a part of our family when you join our team. We work hard and understand that we have an important job to perform but we also understand the importance of the values of our company. We truly care about each other and our culture supports this objective. If you want to join a private company that offers excellent growth opportunity along with a supportive leadership model then we invite you to look a Tower Extrusions. POSITION We are looking for an Automation and Controls Engineer to join our team at our Olney, Texas facility. The Control Systems Engineer position will be responsible for the development, installation and troubleshooting of Control System Architectures, PLC programs (Allen-Bradley), HMI programming, Drives, SCADA systems, control panels and instrumentation. You will design and implement a variety of fiber, wired and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, etc.). This position will involve programming and troubleshooting in an industrial environment. You will support the maintenance team with troubleshooting and problem resolution. You will be responsible for the specification and installation of new plant automation equipment. You will lead electrical projects including new, replacement, and repair of equipment. Your highest priority will be to enforce safe work practices and design safety into all of your systems. You must maintain good working relationships with all of your fellow employees as well as vendors and contract support staff.

Requirements

Industry experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineering
Proficiency with PLCs (A/B ControlLogix)
Experience and knowledge of HMIs (FactoryTalk Machine Addition, Wonderware)
Proficiency in PLC Programming including ladder logic, function block, and structured text
Proficiency in Drive programming (Powerflex, ABB)
Familiarity with networking (Ethernet/IP)
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechatronics is a plus but not a requirement. Please provide transcript if you are a recent graduate.
5 years of experience is a plus but not a requirement if aptitude is apparent
Logic skills and the ability to problem solve
Ability to read electrical schematics
Ability to design and build electrical systems and panels is a plus
Good verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ignition is a plus but not a requirement

Responsibilities

development, installation and troubleshooting of Control System Architectures
PLC programs (Allen-Bradley)
HMI programming
Drives
SCADA systems
control panels and instrumentation
design and implement a variety of fiber, wired and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, etc.)
programming and troubleshooting in an industrial environment
support the maintenance team with troubleshooting and problem resolution
responsible for the specification and installation of new plant automation equipment
lead electrical projects including new, replacement, and repair of equipment
enforce safe work practices and design safety into all of your systems
maintain good working relationships with all of your fellow employees as well as vendors and contract support staff