Controls Technician | 1st Shift - Sterling Engineering
Carol Stream, IL
About the Job
Title: Controls Technician
Location: Carol Stream, IL
First Shift
Overview:
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Hire Type: Direct Hire
Job Summary:
- Maintenance Controls Technician, is a pivotal role in revolutionizing our facilities' programming and electrical control systems. This dynamic role offers an opportunity to showcase your expertise, drive innovation, and leave a lasting impact on our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values your skills and contributions.
Job Duties:
- Spearhead the development, testing, and implementation of all programming and electrical controls across our facilities.
- Oversee the management and upgradation of programmable controller platforms, graphical user interfaces, gateways, and AC/DC electrical schematics.
- Troubleshoot and debug electrical and programming issues, ensuring seamless operations.
- Conduct comprehensive training sessions for personnel, equipping them with operational and technical knowledge.
- Manage the inventory of print libraries, archives, and backups for all machines, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address system improvement opportunities.
- Develop and maintain accurate electrical schematics for effective troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in programming and electrical controls.
Qualifications:
- Proven expertise in electrical systems, including VFDs, servos, high and low voltage troubleshooting.
- Proficient in troubleshooting, modifying, and optimizing PLC-GUI programming and controls.
- Skilled in using laptops for PLC troubleshooting and guiding maintenance technicians.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to scales, x-rays, checkweighers, VFDs, servos, safety modules, and drive faults.
- Familiarity with PID loops and experience in making PLC program modifications and tuning adjustments.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical schematic one-line drawing development (preferred).
- Knowledge of AutoCAD mechanical drawing development (preferred).
- NFPA 70E Arc Flash safety certification (preferred).
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
- Strong multitasking abilities and a collaborative mindset.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Source : Sterling Engineering
