Automation and Controls Specialist, Controls/ Automation Engineer – Eastern NC location
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Compensation: $85,000 – $115,000 Per Year
Job Type:Direct Hire
Relocation Expenses:Yes
Interview Expenses:Yes
Years Of Experience: 2 – 5 years
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Design and supervise operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical instruments and
control equipment necessary for the safe and efficient operation of all the various plants on this
location.
Assist in programming and making program modifications for computer control systems
(includes: Honeywell, Rockwell, Drive systems etc.…)
Write specifications for selection of new instrumentation and spare part stock
Train personnel in the operation and maintenance of computer-controlled instrumentation
Assist all areas with investigating reasons for equipment failures as requested
Train personnel to improve performance and acquaint them with policies and procedures
Function as a technical adviser and / or a team member to Chemical Plants and Maintenance I/E
Teams
Inspect projects, plants, and equipment on a routine basis.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 2-5 years of control and
instrumentation experience is preferred.
Working knowledge of Wonderware, Honeywell, Rockwell, Control Systems, Programable Logic
Controls, and additional software
Requires an understanding of chemical plant operations to effectively apply instrumentation skills
to successfully perform the job functions
Hands-on experience in design, installation and startup of electrical systems/ instrumenation/
controls interface is essential. Skills include knowledge of test procedures and test equipment, an
understanding of the electrical distribution system, motors, infra-red scanning, air conditioning,
and an excellent knowledge base/background in electronics (this knowledge is best obtained by
attending vendor or institutional training schools or seminars and then applying those skills on the
job)