Controls Programming Technician

Company: ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.
Location: Allentown
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

SP Industries an ATS Company is seeking a Controls Programming Technician to join the team! #SPjobs2The Controls Programming Technician will have assigned tasks within the Electrical and Controls Engineering disciplines and include training on and supporting the equipment, devices, and services provided by SP Scientific.What you will do:Commission, test, troubleshoot, and modify PLC control system applications.Commission, test, troubleshoot, and modify SCADA control system applications.Read, understand, and modify control system design documents including: P& ID, control system schematics, wiring drawings, I/O lists, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, and written design specifications (GAMP).Modify, and configure PC based relational databases.Install control systems in a cost effective and timely manner in accordance with project schedules, budgets, customer requirements, and equipment specifications.Report on and/or present progress and status of projects and assignments in various formats to internal and external audiences.Provide assistance to Technical Support and Service personnel.Some travel to other SP facilities, vendors, or customer sites may be necessary. Some travel may be foreign.What you will need:1-5 years minimum experience with the following:Testing and Troubleshooting CompactLogix PLCs (RSLogix /Studio 5000 )Testing and Troubleshooting FTView HMIs (FTView ME/SE)Experienced and proficient with SCADA software and HMI software such as Wonderware, GE iFIXComputer skills to include Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.Experience with validation procedures and change-control practices relating to control system development and modification is a plus.Experience with controls validation and change-control procedures within an FDA regulated environment is a plus.Experience with a Quality Management System based on the ISO-9001:2008 standard is a plus.Experience with systems integration involving multiple vendors is a plus.Experience with refrigeration systems control is a plus.Experience troubleshooting IP networks is a plusExperience setting up PCs, Servers and Thin Clients (Windows XP through 10 and Server 2003 through 2019 R2) is a plusMust have good troubleshooting skills.Must have excellent organizational skills.Must have excellent communication skills; must be able to communicate clearly and succinctly when speaking and writing.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee is regularly required to talk and listen.The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit.The employee is regularly required to use normal office tools, equipment and PCs.The employee is regularly required to use color vision and work with computerized data.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are typical of those an employee might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.Work is normally performed in both the office and the shop.The office environment is an interior office with air conditioning.The shop contains mobile equipment, machinery, and high voltages.The shop noise level is variable and may require hearing protection in some areas.The shop is heated when required but many areas are not air conditioned.Some shop processes use high voltage arcs or concentrated magnetic fields.Why join SP?We provide a wide range of innovative and high-quality scientific products that improve people's lives.We offer a robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision.We offer 401(K) including company match, Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays.You will enjoy career Advancement Opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.We respect each other and foster a collaborative work environment.We innovate and are open to change.We are responsible, accountable and act with integrity.WE LIKE WHAT WE DO!EEO and Affirmative Action Statement:SP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis and takes affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. It is our policy to provide our employees and applicants with equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws and not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, political belief, pregnancy, citizenship, handicap or disability, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. SP's Affirmative Action Plan is available through the HR Department and may be accessed during normal business hours.Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:SP will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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