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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems, PLC programming, and integrating automation technologies. Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
PLC ProgrammingIndustrial Electrical Systems TroubleshootingElectrical Schematics InterpretationAutomation IntegrationElectrical Safety Compliance
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Hard Skills
PLC Programming SoftwareIndustrial I/OMotor ControlsAC/DC CircuitsDigital Signal TestingAnalog Signal TestingElectrical MeasurementsTroubleshooting Control CircuitsPreventative MaintenanceSystem Documentation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsDocumentation SkillsCustomer Service SkillsIndependent Work
Tools & Technologies
Rockwell AutomationAllen-Bradley PLC-5Siemens SIMATIC S7AutoCAD ElectricalEPLANFactoryTalk LinxRSLinx ClassicSTEP 7 ClassicTIA PortalElectrical Test Instruments
Certifications & Qualifications
Technical DiplomaApprenticeshipAssociate Degree in Industrial Electrical TechnologyElectrical Engineering DegreeMechatronics Degree
Industry Keywords
AutomationIndustrial Communication NetworksLockout/Tagout ProceduresElectrical Safety RequirementsManufacturing Process Troubleshooting
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support technical services for existing automation and integration of new technology and work cells
- Design PLC systems integrating robots with welders, CNC machines, saws, and other part-processing equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, control panels, motor controls, and automated machinery
- Diagnose PLC hardware, processor faults, ladder logic, communication networks, and I/O problems
- Use PLC programming software to monitor logic, review diagnostics, and identify control system faults
- Troubleshoot digital and analog signals, sensors, transmitters, actuators, and field wiring
- Diagnose industrial communication issues involving PLCs, remote I/O, VFDs, HMIs, and industrial devices
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder diagrams, and panel layouts
- Perform electrical measurements using multimeters, clamp meters, and signal testing equipment
- Support equipment installation, commissioning, preventative maintenance, and repairs
- Create, organize, and store system backups
- Document troubleshooting findings, corrective actions, and service recommendations
- Follow electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and workshop procedures
- Troubleshoot manufacturing-process issues and modify PLCs as needed
- Schedule, oversee, and document preventative maintenance and software updates
- Train staff on automation systems and tools
- Collaborate with IT, digital, electrical, and business systems departments to connect automated data collection and production monitoring tools with organizational business systems
- Travel between industrial facilities as required
Requirements
What you’ll need- Technical diploma, apprenticeship, associate degree, or equivalent experience in industrial electrical technology, automation, or a related field
- Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Degree Preferred
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems and control circuits
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Working knowledge of PLCs, industrial I/O, motor controls, and AC/DC circuits
- Familiarity with digital and analog signal testing and electrical test instruments
- Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently at industrial facilities and travel as required
- Commitment to safe work practices, including lockout/tagout and applicable electrical safety requirements
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder diagrams, terminal layouts, wire numbers, and device cross-references
- Ability to use schematics, PLC diagnostics, and electrical measurements together to isolate faults and determine root causes
- Ability to travel domestically 25% of the time
- Ability to travel internationally when required
- Experience with PLC systems and programming software, including Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley PLC-5, SLC 500, ControlLogix, RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, RSLinx Classic, and FactoryTalk Linx
- Experience with Siemens SIMATIC S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, S7-1500, STEP 7 Classic, SIMATIC Manager, and TIA Portal
- Experience with industrial communication networks, including PROFIBUS, PROFINET, DH+, EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, and DeviceNet
- Experience troubleshooting digital and analog signals/I/O
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical documentation software
- Successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation
- medical/dental/vision coverage
- paid holiday time
- 401k with a company match
- training
- a tuition reimbursement program
- company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives