Automation Specialist

Position Summary Support the company’s automation projects and maintain specifications for an automated environment. Maintain all process control systems and associated equipment. Essential Responsibilities Ensure control system guidelines and standards are followed. Work closely with Project Engineers and Plant Managers to improve plant uptime, utilization, and efficiency. Consistently look for ways to improve plant uptime, utilization, and efficiency. Assist with project management on small control system projects and provide technical expertise. Maintain backup of PLC, variable frequency drive, Ignition, and Wonderware systems, Evaluate PLC equipment. Program and integrate plant automation systems. Order PLC parts. Set up and implement preventive maintenance procedures for process control systems (PLC). Identify areas to be improved in the process systems, make recommendations, and implement approved changes. Work closely with Plant E&I and contractors on new Electrical and Electronic installations. Monitor production equipment. Completes calibration, project, and equipment status reports. Diagnose problems when machinery malfunctions. Provide after-hours support. Complete work orders. Maintain logs and records. Comply with Safety policies and procedures. Comply with all Integrated Management System policies and procedures. Assist other ACS personnel as necessary which may include travel to other plant locations. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by complying with documentation, procedural, and applicable regulatory requirements (such as safety, environmental and housekeeping.) Attend and participate in required training, trains others in areas of proficiency or expertise. Understands and follows all organizational policies, procedures, rules, and laws. Ensure safety and environmental policies are practiced. Must be able to work more than eight hours per day or forty hours per week on any shift or travel as needed. Willing to provide off-shift call-in and planned shift coverage when necessary. Consistently demonstrates prompt, regular, and reliable attendance. Communicates development and career goals to immediate supervisor and takes ownership of personal development plan. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Education and Experience Associates Technical degree or 5 years’ Automation and/or PLC experience. Experience in instrumentation/automation/control systems engineering in a manufacturing or engineering environment required. Mechanical experience, specifically, knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of various PCL equipment. (Rockwell Automation). Knowledge of control system network design. Knowledge of various VFD’s and VFD control schemes. (Hardwire, Ethernet, etc.). Knowledge of High-performance HMI and situational awareness display using ISA Standards. Knowledge of programming and integrating plant automation. Knowledge of various communication protocols (Ethernet IP, Modbus RTU, etc.). Strong technical knowledge. Strong problem resolution skills. Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. Ability to respond quickly. Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner. Must be able to work in adverse working conditions such as heat, wet, cold, noise, etc. Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, overtime, on call, and holidays as needed. Strong communication skills. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Safety-sensitivity position Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather Lift and carry up to 20 pounds continuously. Repetitive movements of both hands and both feet Requires continuous pushing, pulling, climbing, squatting, bending, and above shoulder reach movements. Multi-tasked and work in fast paced environment All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible. Alpine Silica, a PF Holdings company based in Willow Park, TX, operates advanced facilities in key U.S. oil and gas regions like Haynesville, Eagle Ford, and Permian Basins. It produces frac sand and provides in-basin solutions to enhance efficiency for top oil and gas producers. At PF Holdings, Our portfolio of established and dependable companies reliably operate efficiently and effectively, driving innovation and commercial success for the future, for the benefit of industry, our clients, and the world. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not make employment decisions based on a person’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. For information about your legal rights and protections, please click here. 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