
Responsibilities
• Design and develop control systems and software programs. Implement and optimize automation processes. Maintain and troubleshoot control systems and machinery.
• Understand, maintain and troubleshoot Siemens control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, motor control systems, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Write and troubleshoot programs in the HMI and Siemens PLC’s and make changes in logic and process controls within a cement manufacturing environment.
• Preventative/predictive maintenance of the control system, by focusing on optimization and reliability of equipment.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedule for all system hardware/software.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs and modifications to control logic.
• Maintain the plant computer network and servers.
• Work with other departments on plant automation and process optimization.
• Establish and maintain communication with suppliers, contractors and engineering firms as well as technical people within the plant and company.
• Be on call on a rotating basis to cover plant needs.
• Work on special projects assigned by the Maintenance or Production Manager
• Relieve the CEMs Technician in times of absence.
• Function well in a team environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus, to update drawings as needed.
Qualifications
• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation engineering or related technical field required
• 3 years of experience in the electrical or process control environment
• Preferable cement process knowledge
• Candidate should have strong HMI, PLC and instrumentation background
• Strong process controls and electrical skills with emphasis on process optimization
• Competency in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and P&ID drawings
• Proven experience in PLC Logic and programming, as well as in HMI systems and related hardware/software
• Ability to operate data acquisition/analysis systems and software

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