Senior Controls Tech - 2nd shift

Eaton Corporation•Nacogdoches, TX

About The Position

Ensure compliance with safety and housekeeping & company policies and procedures. Support Engineering projects to install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot complex automated equipment Diagnose and resolve complex electrical/controls problems including non-routine issues Use Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) including basic and ladder logic to read/write basic wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to diagnosis problems The position will work independently to meet project requirements with limited supervision Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed Fabricate and Install control and power panels Reviews diagrams, drawings and specifications for design, construction and/or alteration of instrument and control systems Evaluates and recommends improvements for current equipment. Troubleshoot and repair of low voltage electrical systems (600VAC and below) Oversee and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols to guarantee the safe deactivation and isolation of equipment, ensuring energy control procedures are correctly applied to prevent inadvertent machine startup or hazardous energy discharge during repair or maintenance, in line with OSHA regulations and organizational safety guidelines. Safely operates overhead cranes and hoisting equipment to move materials, components, and finished products within the manufacturing facility. Actively participates in problem-solving processes, contributing to efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within the organization. Adhere to safety protocols, ensures efficient material handling, housekeeping practices (5S+), and company policies and procedures. " We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number. We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

Two-Year Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field of study or 10 years of electrical and controls system experience
Advanced knowledge of PLC systems (PLC5, PLC 500, RSLogix 5000/Studio)
Familiarity with NFPA 70 and electrical installation standards
Strong understanding of electrical safety, including Arc Flash PPE and hazardous locations
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams
Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing low to high voltage systems
Proficient with diagnostic tools (voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, phase rotation meters, meggers, oscilloscopes, watt meters, loop calibrators, IR thermometers)

Nice To Haves

SAP or similar maintenance/work management software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with safety and housekeeping & company policies and procedures.
Support Engineering projects to install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot complex automated equipment
Diagnose and resolve complex electrical/controls problems including non-routine issues
Use Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) including basic and ladder logic to read/write basic wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to diagnosis problems
The position will work independently to meet project requirements with limited supervision
Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed
Fabricate and Install control and power panels
Reviews diagrams, drawings and specifications for design, construction and/or alteration of instrument and control systems
Evaluates and recommends improvements for current equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair of low voltage electrical systems (600VAC and below)
Oversee and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols to guarantee the safe deactivation and isolation of equipment, ensuring energy control procedures are correctly applied to prevent inadvertent machine startup or hazardous energy discharge during repair or maintenance, in line with OSHA regulations and organizational safety guidelines.
Safely operates overhead cranes and hoisting equipment to move materials, components, and finished products within the manufacturing facility.
Actively participates in problem-solving processes, contributing to efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within the organization.
Adhere to safety protocols, ensures efficient material handling, housekeeping practices (5S+), and company policies and procedures.