What are the responsibilities and job description for the PLC Programmer/Electrical Engineer position at LJ Inc.?
LJ Inc. is a leader in providing cutting-edge industrial, commercial, and residential turn-key solutions and dedicated to delivering exceptional services to our valued customers. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the industry.
Our team is comprised of talented professionals who are passionate about what they do. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, growth, and teamwork. We believe in providing our employees with the necessary tools, resources, and support to excel in their roles and reach their full potential.
At LJ Inc, we strive for excellence in everything we do. We embrace new technologies, methodologies, and industry trends to stay ahead of the curve. Our commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction sets us apart and drives our success.
Join our team and become part of a company that values your skills, knowledge, and contribution.
Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled PLC Programmer who is passionate about automation and control systems. As a PLC Programmer at LJ Inc., you will play a key role in developing, testing, and implementing PLC software solutions to improve our clients' manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform skilled duties related to the design, development, and implementation of PLC control panels.
- Write from scratch PLC and HMI programs.
- Program updates and backups for automation processes.
- Analyze plant processes; design and implement improvements.
- Troubleshoot and repair PLC issues with hardware and processes.
- Review control panel fabrication and work with shop personnel, electricians, and electrical apprentices on initial setup.
- Perform on-site support and assist with system commissioning as needed.
- Provide direction and leadership to various levels of Electrical apprentices.
- Accurately read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, electrical symbols, bills of materials, with firm understanding of Ohm's Law, and other written instructions or procedures to service electrical systems and equipment.
- Understand, adhere to, and promote MIOSHA, OSHA, & MSHA, safety rules & regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Industrial Technology, or a related field (experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
- 2 years of hands-on experience with control systems in heavy industrial or aggregate environments
- Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI design, and troubleshooting electrical control panels
- Strong understanding of motor control, VFDs, and field instrumentation
- Ability to work independently in outdoor and rugged quarry environments
- Valid driver's license
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation
- 100% company paid health insurance for employee and dependents.
- 100% company paid dental and vision for employee and dependents.
- 401k with 3% company match
- PTO and vacation time
- And much more!