What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument Controls Maintenance Specialist position at Channel Personnel Services?
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Controls Specialist to be responsible for the maintenance and technical support of control systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and DeltaV Distributed Control Systems (DCS). The successful candidate will lead systems maintenance involving control systems for compressors, generators, turbines, and field instrumentation. The specialist will maintain and
Troubleshoot field instrumentation and other plant automation systems.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Ø ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Support project engineers and managers in the analysis of technical problems and find sound solutions to those problems.
· Install and provide technical support for PLC and DeltaV DCS hardware and software.
· Program PLC’s and a working knowledge of ladder logic.
· Develop and optimize electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.
· Respond to on-call and emergency service needs as required.
· Negotiate technical issues with customers to ensure alignment with current and future business needs.
· Troubleshoot PLC, control systems, and automation issues to ensure optimal system performance.
· Ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.
· Participate in system/equipment problem solving, investigating operating deficiencies/inefficiencies and providing recommendations for modifications to physical setup or operating procedures to improve the reliability and production efficiency of the equipment or system.
Ø SUPERVISION:
· Oversight of plant instrumentation contractors is required.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
v EDUCATION / QUALIFICATION:
§ Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation or Automation Engineering preferred, non degreed individuals will be considered as well.
§ Strong problem-solving skills including experience in 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC methodologies.
§ Comprehensive knowledge of various types of PLCs and their applications.
§ Experience with Honeywell, Emerson, Allen Bradley, and Siemens control systems (preferred).
§ Ability to perform hands-on diagnostics, repairs, and programming using hand tools, instruments, and meters.
§ Proven ability to independently troubleshoot production machinery and equipment for continuous quality and efficiency improvements.
§ Experience with Fanuc and ABB robotics systems. (highly desirable).
§ Proficiency in Indramat and Siemens programming, Cognex vision systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
v EXPERIENCE
§ 5 to 8 years’ experience in the maintenance and troubleshooting of control systems, PLC’s, and field instrumentation.
§ Ability to lead towards engineering solutions that are fit for purpose.
§ Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
