What are the responsibilities and job description for the PLC Engineer position at Columbiasportswear?
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ABOUT THE POSITION
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented PLC Engineer to join our engineering team. This role focuses on the design, programming, and maintenance of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems to optimize manufacturing and industrial processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation, control systems, and troubleshooting in a production environment.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Develop, program, and test PLC systems to meet production and operational requirements
- Create and optimize PLC programs using primarily Allen-Bradley / Rockwell software
- Integrate PLC systems with other automation equipment, including HMIs (Aveva intouch & factory talk view), SCADA systems, and robotic systems
- Diagnose and resolve issues in PLC systems to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation
- Oversee the installation, calibration, and commissioning of PLC systems on-site
- Prepare detailed documentation, including system diagrams, program backups, and maintenance manuals
- Ensure all PLC systems comply with relevant safety standards, codes, and regulations
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, quality assurance, and Information Technology to implement and improve automation solutions
- Provide training and support to maintenance and operations staff on PLC system operation and troubleshooting
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Preferred Qualifications
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding.
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