Automation Service Engineer at Engineering Resource Group

Description

• Permanent position for an Automation Service Engineer to provide on-site engineering services including equipment FAT’s, commissioning, customer training, and validation support throughout the US, Canada and Puerto Rico.
• Conduct and supervise field installation of controls, new or retrofit equipment, or prepare instructional installation documents to clients and project teams.
• Troubleshoot, develop, test, and commission Allen Bradley PLC (ControlLogix, PLC-5, and SLC) control system applications using RSLogix.
• Troubleshooting and customization of SCADA application code using WonderWare, Intellution.
• Troubleshooting and configuration of non-SCADA HMI terminals.
• Inspect, test, and release company control panels that are manufactured by outside vendors at their facility.
• Act as a liaison to the customer when on-site, and effectively communicate project delays, scope changes, customer relationship issues, technical deficiencies, etc. to management.
• Prepare labor summary forms and expense reports for all assigned projects.
• Spearhead controls warranty issues for field work through the assigned Project Manager.
• Document all activities through the execution of checklists, protocols, drawing markups, or written trip reports.
• Provide feedback and design suggestions to the Process Automation department as appropriate.
• Provide technical support to customers “in-house” in the form of telephone assistance and follow-up.
• Track and continually monitor issues ensuring issue is properly addressed and resolved.
• Remain current with emerging industry standards and products. Keep abreast of latest trends in software, instrumentation, and control system hardware.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance positive interpersonal relationships with customers and staff members worldwide.

Requirements

• BS Electrical Engineering
• Experience with cGMP in and FDA regulated environment.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with pneumatics, variable frequency drives, and Allen Bradley PLC’s.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs and logic is a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot, develop, test, and commission PLC and SCADA (iFix and/or Wonderware) control systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as NFPA, NEC, and NEMA.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring practices and wiring troubleshooting required.
• Programming experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs and WonderWare’s InTouch, Intellution’s iFIX, and HMI applications. Process instrumentation experience is a plus.
• Experience developing and interpreting control system drawings including P&ID’s, control system schematics, control panel layout drawings.
• Experience developing and interpreting pneumatic and electrical interconnect diagrams.
• Knowledge of and experience in Microsoft Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office applications, and Microsoft Access and/or SQL Server.
• Must be willing and be capable to climb ladders and to enter restrictive spaces.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and passport.
• Overnight travel up to 60% (80% including local travel) or as needed to complete responsibilities.

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