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Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a PLC Programmer for a contract position in New Freedom, PA. The opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.
Position Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior PLC Software Sustaining Engineer with deep expertise in PLCs within industrial HVAC environments. This role focuses on supporting, maintaining, and improving existing PLC-based control systems to ensure peak operational performance and long-term reliability.
Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Monitor, maintain, and provide technical support for Toshiba PLC-based HVAC control systems in the field and at customer sites.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve PLC software and hardware issues reported by customers and site staff.
- Implement software patches, minor upgrades, and system improvements for deployed HVAC automation equipment.
- Analyze system performance data and recommend or execute tuning adjustments to optimize energy efficiency and operational reliability.
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams and customers to resolve chronic issues, optimize controls, and address change requests.
- Review and update documentation (as-builts, change logs, support manuals) to reflect system modifications and best practices.
- Mentor and assist junior engineers and technical support staff with troubleshooting and escalation.
- Ensure system compliance with evolving safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Provide root cause analysis for recurring or critical failures and assist with corrective actions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, automation, computer science, or related field. Industry or product certifications might be acceptable in lieu of a degree.
- 5 years of experience in industrial automation technical support or sustaining engineering, with at least 2 years directly working with Toshiba PLCs.
- Extensive hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintaining, and supporting Toshiba PLC systems.
- Proficient with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet/IP).
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project and support teams and communicate complex technical details clearly.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with other PLC vendors/platforms is helpful.
- Strong understanding of HVAC system operations, controls, and typical failure modes.
- Experience with Toshiba PLC and Pro-Face HMI.
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