IT/Automation Specialist - RCM Technologies, Inc. | Life Sciences & IT
Dorado, PR 00646-3315
About the Job
Full Time Contract
Title: IT/Automation Specialist
Location: Dorado, Puerto Rico
Length of Contract: 3 months
Company Description:
Our client is a major manufacturing and research and development hub for the company. It is one of the largest medical device manufacturing facilities in the world, producing a wide range of products used in various medical specialties.
Position Description:
The IT/ Automation Specialist is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments of manufacturing machines that utilize Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) running on Windows XP operating systems. This role will involve identifying dependencies, evaluating upgrade feasibility, and documenting system configurations to support future modernization efforts.
Responsibilities:
RCM is a leading provider of Business, IT, and Engineering Services to over 1,000 clients in the commercial marketplace. RCM partners with clients to define, implement and manage a broad range of technologies across multiple platforms, systems, and networks. Our broad geographic presence ensures that a proven and reliable tactical and strategic capability is available and deployable virtually everywhere in North America.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pay Transparency:
RCM believes in transparency and fairness in compensation. We are committed to providing our employees with competitive salaries that reflect their skills, experience, and contributions to our organization. As part of our commitment to pay transparency, we want to provide you with as much information as possible about our compensation practices.
Disclaimer:
This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work to be performed. It is not intended to include every job, duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Title: IT/Automation Specialist
Location: Dorado, Puerto Rico
Length of Contract: 3 months
Company Description:
Our client is a major manufacturing and research and development hub for the company. It is one of the largest medical device manufacturing facilities in the world, producing a wide range of products used in various medical specialties.
Position Description:
The IT/ Automation Specialist is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments of manufacturing machines that utilize Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) running on Windows XP operating systems. This role will involve identifying dependencies, evaluating upgrade feasibility, and documenting system configurations to support future modernization efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Assessment and Documentation: Conduct comprehensive assessments of manufacturing systems, focusing on components like Allen Bradley CompactLogix PLCs, FTView SE HMIs, Cognex Vision systems, motion control systems, Adept Robots, and industrial communication protocols. Document system configurations, dependencies, and potential vulnerabilities.
- Validation and Compliance: Ensure that assessed systems meet industry standards and regulatory requirements, especially for validated production equipment.
- Technical Expertise: Demonstrate deep knowledge of industrial automation technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, motion control, robotics, and communication protocols.
- Software Proficiency: Utilize programming tools like Visual Studio, .NET, VBA, COM, DCOM, ActiveX, and DLL libraries to analyze and understand custom software applications.
- On-Site Assessment: Travel to manufacturing facilities to gather information, inspect equipment, and document system details.
- Expertise in Industrial Automation: A deep understanding of industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, motion control, and robotics.
- Allen Bradley Specialization: Specific knowledge of Allen Bradley CompactLogix PLCs and FTView SE HMIs is essential.
- Vision Systems Experience: Proficiency with Cognex Vision Pro or Insight Vision systems for machine vision applications.
- Motion Control and Robotics: Experience working with motion control systems and Adept (Omron) Robots.
- Industrial Communication Protocols: Familiarity with various industrial communication protocols, such as Ethernet/IP.
- Assessment and Documentation: Proven ability to perform comprehensive assessments and document complex manufacturing systems.
- Validated Equipment Experience: Experience working with validated production manufacturing equipment.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong computer literacy, including Windows XP administration, network understanding, and programming skills (Visual Studio, .NET, VBA, etc.).
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field can be beneficial. However, extensive hands-on experience and certifications in industrial automation can be equally valuable with minimum of 5-7 years of experience in industrial automation.
RCM is a leading provider of Business, IT, and Engineering Services to over 1,000 clients in the commercial marketplace. RCM partners with clients to define, implement and manage a broad range of technologies across multiple platforms, systems, and networks. Our broad geographic presence ensures that a proven and reliable tactical and strategic capability is available and deployable virtually everywhere in North America.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pay Transparency:
RCM believes in transparency and fairness in compensation. We are committed to providing our employees with competitive salaries that reflect their skills, experience, and contributions to our organization. As part of our commitment to pay transparency, we want to provide you with as much information as possible about our compensation practices.
Disclaimer:
This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work to be performed. It is not intended to include every job, duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
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