Job Type:Regular
How your role contributes to that mission:We are looking for an Advanced PLC/HMI Programmer Lead in Jerome, ID. The Advanced PLC/HMI Programmer Lead is responsible for programming automation and controls systems involving DCS, PLC's, HMI's and process controllers. The Advanced PLC/HMI Programmer Lead creates and reads logic and flow diagrams for program design; troubleshooting equipment and resolving issues efficiently. The Advanced PLC/HMI Programmer Lead is also responsible for the oversight and training of PLC Automation Technicians.
- Follow standard programming practices.
- Conduct needs-assessments and create functional specifications.
- Define technical specifications to meet business requirements.
- Make hardware and/or software purchasing recommendations regarding application development.
- Develop new, and maintain existing, internal applications; perform testing and troubleshooting to ensure applications function as required.
- Review, develop, and design data models using standard diagramming techniques; create logical data models and translate into physical database structures.
- Work with the Plant Supervisors and Operators, as well as utilities, corporate and contractor personnel to resolve day-to-day production/project issues as they arise.
- Assist the Engineering Team with various tasks related to in-house projects.
- Work with corporate Engineering Team and plant personnel to ensure drawings and other documentation are kept current.
- Maintain current and accurate documentation of maintenance activities.
- Plan and forecast daily work orders and tasks.
- Provide technical guidance and direction to maintenance and automation personnel concerning plant processes and controls related to PLC, HMI and other programming.
- Assist maintenance and automation personnel with learning production systems, operations and controls.
- Maintain, develop and improve Allen Bradley's PLC hard and software.
- Create new PLC programs and make Factory Talk SE HMI changes as needed.
- Perform configurations and troubleshoot instrumentation; including flow, pressure, temperature, and level instruments.
- Evaluate piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), control panel and junction box diagrams, process flow diagrams and electrical one-lines.
- Provide guidance to PLC Automation Technicians related to PLC and HMI changes.
- Drive training for the PLC Automation Technicians, ensuring they have the knowledge base to safely and efficiently perform their duties.
- Oversee the work of the PLC Automation Technicians for accuracy and proper implementation.
- Assist PLC Automation Technicians with issues as they arise; ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.
The profile that shares this sense of contribution:• Associate's or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Minimum five (5) years of related experience required.
• 4-20mA control Loops.
• Motor Control Centers utilizing voltages from 120vac to 480vac.
• Variable Frequency Drives.
• Rockwell PLC Programming Software Legacy and Logix based.
• Rockwell View Studio (ME) Version 6 and up.
• Intouch (Wonderware) Development utilizing version 2012 P01 and newer.
• Intouch, Intouch Historian and SQL server2008.
• Computer Server file locations and Network configuration.
• AutoCAD or other Electrical Print Viewing Software.
• Understanding P&ID's.
• Sound wiring principals and techniques.
• Troubleshooting using Electrical prints, PLC logic, and measuring equipment.
• Experience with Columbia Okura Robotic Palletizing preferred.
• Experience with Intouch Information Server Development preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience with industrial machines, motors, gearboxes and related tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance required.
• Experience with plant startups, PID loop controls, tuning, P&ID Development preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, OSI Pi and Maximo preferred.
A role with purpose and lasting impact.
