Tester

Dover Corporation•Eagle Rock, VA

48d•Onsite

About The Position

The PLC Systems Testing Technician provides the highest quality in electrical testing of control systems and mechanical functionality on the Maag family of equipment. Working independently but supported by sales and engineering, the incumbent is the testing PLC representative for quality and functionality of our product portfolio for the customer's equipment and controls prior to shipment.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering / Technology, or a related field of education, or relevant experience is required.
Training on logic circuits, electric motors, gears / mechanical devices
Familiar with large rotating equipment
Able to read and explain manufacturing drawing, schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues
Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win
Customer-focused

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant job experience
Experience in plastics processing equipment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Requires a thorough knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing practices and methodologies.
Possesses an in-depth understanding of 3-phase motor controls, Allen Bradley, Siemens PLC's, programming and HMI screen design, and related products.
Reads and evaluates electrical schematics for wire checks and interconnections for testing
Reads and evaluates mechanical drawings and BOM's
Troubleshoots using meters, laptop, schematics, and manuals
Troubleshoots, reads, and edits PLC logic
Reviews work orders and specifications prior to starting projects
Maintains specified test records and reports for all relevant testing data and is accountable for all check sheets after testing to hand off to project coordinators
Strives for continuous improvement in the process to maintain optimum operation for the customers equipment
Tests for spare part orders
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Siemens and Allen Bradley controls.
Possesses MS Office experience including MS Excel experience.
Works effectively with networking, and internet devices.
Cleans screens and tanks after testing
Works independently
Some travel to customer's facility to assist in startups should be expected at times.
The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment actively.
The incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his position scope or arise from company needs.

Benefits

401K
paid annual holidays
medical coverage
life insurance
long-term disability insurance
a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
medical, dental and vision insurance
wellness programs
health savings account
health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
commuter benefits
parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
business travel services
employee discounts
an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services