Responsibilities:

  • Programming, configuration of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and operator interface for new installations and major modifications. Experience with Siemens equipment and sotware will be preferable.
  • Setup, configure and program Human-Machine Interface (HMI) devices using latest vendor specific software, System Maintenance including implementing software updates and upgrades.
  • SCADA Design, configuration, and implementation.
  • Configuration and commissioning of Intelligent Motor Starters, eg VFD’s, Simocodes, and Soft Starters.
  • I/O and Loop Checking, fault finding and documentation.
  • Implement Software Management of Change (MOC) procedures and obey all customer specific procedures while carrying out all Site specific tasks.
  • Attend to Fault Finding on Electrical, Control and instrumentation Systems and shutdown system including off-hour support. Implements automation, electrical and instrumentation best practices.
  • Oversees assigned automation projects to ensure compliance with Project Management guidelines with team as well as any contractors sub-contracted to the company.
  • Maintenance of process databases programs and associated interface.
  • Support Automation Specialists in minor program changes and be ready to assist with further implementation and integration.
  • Methodically, fulfils and documents programming performed according to our ISO requirements and procedures.
  • Back up of work performed using Cloud based Storage Facility.
  • Backup and archiving of configuration, drawings, and any Project related documentation and equipment to the specified job folders.
  • Design, install and perform network installations, Acceptance testing and audits of software configuration on Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP, RTU and on major Protocols.
  • Commission and provide start-up support for new projects.
  • Provide training for PLC and Operator interface systems.
  • Assist field personnel in identifying and resolving Process Control, Control Network, and instrumentation problems.
  • Maintain Alarm Paging System.
  • Identify problems on miscellaneous systems, and provide solutions for such problems. Leads to be handed to Marketing team.
  • Anticipating and preventing automation system problems.
  • Makes recommendations on improvements, best practices, maintenance and standardization of PLC and Operator interface systems within the organization and also for the customer.
  • Develop and maintain PLC and HMI programming standards and guidelines.
  • Meet KPI Targets set out by management.
  • Host Project kick-off meetings, and minutes.
  • Follow up with Clients.
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Diligently use job management softwareQualificationsRequired qualifications:
  • Minimum qualification – NDip. Electrical Engineering Discipline – Process, Instrumentation and Control.
  • Ability to develop technical and economic recommendations with incomplete information.
  • Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work multiple projects concurrently.
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with management, technical and field personnel and End Customers.
  • Siemens Training will be [URL Removed]
  • A minimum of 5 years work experience in E.C & I projects with traceable references. Candidates with System Integration work experience will be advantageous.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree program.
  • Siemens WinCC and PCS7 programming/configuration experience preferred – DCS PCS7 programming/configuration experience preferred.
  • Allen-Bradley programming experience.
  • Schneider Electric preferred.
  • Phoenix Contact Remote IO.
  • Inductive Automation Suite.
  • Siemens WinCC, TIA, PCS
  • Networking of industrial Automation equipment and associated protocols.

Desired Skills:

  • PLC
  • PLC Programming
  • SCADA
  • Allen Bradley
  • HMI
  • WinCC
  • Automation
  • siemans

Desired Work Experience:

  • 5 to 10 years

About The Employer:

Company provides complete automation and electrical solutions, along with service and support for almost all production facilities.

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