PLC Controls/Automation Engineer
Amrize•Florence, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
The Automation Engineer is responsible for plant process control system [PCS] specification, application programming, testing, commissioning and maintenance. The incumbent applies the PCS as a tool for improvement of plant performance including rate, availability, OEE and MTBF. Other responsibilities include facilitating use of the PCS as a resource for Process, Maintenance, Production, Shipping, Environmental and Quality Departments.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of PLC programming and process control systems (ControlLogix, PLC-5, and SLC 500).
- Experience in instrumentation, motors, starters and VFD’s, communication networks (Modbus, Modbus Plus, Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.).
- Programming of Rockwell Contrologix PLC’s, Factorytalk View se HMI’s, plant pax,VMWare Network Virtualization.
- Extensive knowledge of instrumentation, high-level control and expert systems, PLC control and machinery interlocking systems, variable speed drives and motor control systems.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Field of Study Preferred: Electrical Engineering or similar field
- 1-3 years of required work experience
- SAP, AutoCAD, VMWare, Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
- Self-starter/ highly motivated team player.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain all process related hardware, software and documentation within the confine of the control room and server room.
- Support the maintenance and operation of plant electrical systems and troubleshooting of electrical and control system problems.
- Prevent downtime due to faults; continuous improvement to extend the life of existing PCS and facilitate eventual upgrade or replacement.
- Support installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation. Assure integration of new systems into plant operations.
- Use of the PCS to provide information for management or other reporting functions (high degree of involvement with environmental reporting and permit compliance).
- Maintain a standard set of specifications for consistent application related to modifications or additions.
- Maintain, organize, prepare, review and revise drawings as required.
- Identify improvement opportunities to maximize equipment life cycle and efficiency.
- Work closely with the Electrical Supervisor, Process Engineers to analyze, improve and document all aspects of operations.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
