Controls and Automation Specialist

Position: Controls and Automation Specialist

Salary Range: $80K-$90K DOE

Job Summary:

The primary role of the Controls and Automation Specialist is to provide effective automation and controls support to plant operations to drive increased reliability and availability of equipment. The Controls and Automation Specialist is expected to identify, troubleshoot, and repair problems in all areas of Electrical, Automation, Networks, Process, Instrumentation and Controls Systems that occur in the facility. He/she must be able to troubleshoot, pinpoint problems, and remediate all problems. He/she also performs preventive maintenance and calibration of plant controls systems and instrumentation.

The Controls and Automation Specialist is to support troubleshooting, development of process/system improvements, preventive and predictive maintenance development, and contractor performance monitoring, when necessary, for new automation or controls systems. They will also maintain documentation of all operational activities for future reference.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Five years related work experience working with/on PLC’s, HMI’s, Servos, VFD’s, electrical, hydraulics, controls, and pneumatics.

• Electrical Engineering Technology diploma or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or Equivalent experience as an Industrial Electrician.

• Excellent English verbal and written skills.

• Understands how to read and translate the information found within all: PLC code, Schematic wiring, One-line, and P&ID process diagrams.

• Experience with AB PLCs, “Studio 5000”, HMI, VFD’s, Servo, Sensors, Instrumentation, and industrial control systems.

• Possess knowledge of and apply electrical standards, including National Electrical Code and UL508a, apply safe electrical work practices including LOTO and Arc Flash safety - NFPA 70e.

• Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet Networks and network communication standards.

• Skilled in use of electrical test equipment including voltmeters, amp meters, process meters, network analyzers and other testing devices to troubleshoot electrical issues.

• Understands and is familiar with safety systems for plant equipment such as safety PLCs, Estops, safety relays, and light curtains.

• Possesses an understanding of calibration procedures for process instruments, which measure temperature, pressure, flow, level and composition, along with an understanding of process controls and troubleshooting.

• Works with Corporate Electrical Team for strategic direction, consultation, and troubleshooting. Ensure Corporate Standards are being followed and keep accurate records of any changes made to electrical systems.

• Computer Skills – Word, Excel, MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.

• Must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently under stressful situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Jacksonville, FL 32234 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32234: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000