What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Enigeer position at Harpe Associates & Cemcon?
Responsibilities
- Design and develop control systems and software programs. Implement and optimize automation processes. Maintain and troubleshoot control systems and machinery.
- Understand, maintain and troubleshoot Siemens control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, motor control systems, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Write and troubleshoot programs in the HMI and Siemens PLC’s and make changes in logic and process controls within a cement manufacturing environment.
- Preventative/predictive maintenance of the control system, by focusing on optimization and reliability of equipment.
- Develop and implement maintenance schedule for all system hardware/software.
- Maintain detailed records of repairs and modifications to control logic.
- Maintain the plant computer network and servers.
- Work with other departments on plant automation and process optimization.
- Establish and maintain communication with suppliers, contractors and engineering firms as well as technical people within the plant and company.
- Be on call on a rotating basis to cover plant needs.
- Work on special projects assigned by the Maintenance or Production Manager
- Relieve the CEMs Technician in times of absence.
- Function well in a team environment
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus, to update drawings as needed.
- B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation engineering or related technical field required
- 3 years of experience in the electrical or process control environment
- Preferable cement process knowledge
- Candidate should have strong HMI, PLC and instrumentation background
- Strong process controls and electrical skills with emphasis on process optimization
- Competency in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and P&ID drawings
- Proven experience in PLC Logic and programming, as well as in HMI systems and related hardware/software
- Ability to operate data acquisition/analysis systems and software
