Industrial Automation Engineer - Augusta, United States - Hamlyn Williams
Description
Industrial Automation Engineer
On-site, full-time
Augusta, GA
We are looking for:
The Industrial Automation Specialist supports site PLC and HMI install base to ensure operability, integrity and functionality of PLC controlled equipment at the Augusta site
We count on you for:
• Participate in and incorporate site safety culture into work life
• Manage and develop PLC install base to include troubleshooting existing code and development of new control strategies to meet internal customer requirements
• Manage and develop HMI software applications based on Wonderware and / or PanelView platforms
• Troubleshoot communications protocols to include Ethernet TCP/IP, ASI-NET, ProfiBus DP, Ethernet / IP, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP
• Identify hardware / software interface problems through knowledge of above systems
• OPC interfacing to a variety of vendor controllers for data acquisition
• Work in team environment to draw on and build up Industrial Automation knowledge base
• Interface with internal customers to ensure project qualifications and expectations are met
• Provide training to users of newly modified or installed systems
• Identify and define project and application requirements and issues through client interactions
• Research and evaluate the functionality of vendor software to meet user needs, assess vendor proposals, and serve as a technical / vendor liaison when applicable
• Exercise due diligence in performing / maintaining necessary disaster recovery backups
• Utilize knowledge and problem solving skills to return failed components / equipment to a running state in a timely, efficient and safe manner.
• Define and establish an effective testing environment and plan for function testing when applicable
You will bring:
• Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) in Computer Science or Equivalent; or 4 – 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills
• Familiarity with Windows Domain environments
• Working knowledge of Ethernet device network connectivity and integration
• Working knowledge of Rockwell PLCs to include SLC500, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, ControlLogix and applicable configuration software
• Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PanelView HMIs for configuration and troubleshooting
• Working knowledge of Wonderware HMI for configuration and troubleshooting
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot ASI-NET, Profibus DP, and Ethernet IP communications
• Configure and support installed Allen Bradley STRATIX switches
• Ability to manage personal workload and prioritize work
• Familiarity with AVEVA PI system interface and server is desired but not required for this role
• Familiarity with DeltaV DCS systems is desired but not required for this role