Automation Controls Engineer I – PLC/HMI & Start-up

Prime-Controls; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account(s)

Generous PTO

ESOP Program

Numerous company events

401(k) matching and more!

Job summary

Prime Controls is seeking an Automation Specialist I to assist with system integration projects by identifying components for PLCs, networks, computers, and software. You will program PLCs and HMIs, test functionality, troubleshoot startup issues, and develop required documentation and user manuals during development.

Responsibilities include developing BOMs, IO lists, and control-panel requirements, testing, training customers, and coordinating with vendors for problem resolution.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in architectural, engineering or construction (AEC) industry or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets diagrams and documentation and communicates with customers to understand objectives and preferences.
• Develops BOMs, IO lists, and requirements for control panels.
• Develops PLC programs in Ladder, Function Block, and other languages.
• Develops the human machine interface (HMI).
• Develops hardware and software test plans and writes simulation logic for the testing of the PLC and HMI system.
• Tests the installed system to observe system functionality and ensure that the programs function as designed.
• Troubleshoots problems that occur during startup that are caused by incorrect drawings, changes in customer desires, incorrect instrumentation specifications, or other technical issues. Diagnoses and resolves software and hardware interface issues.
• Trains customers in the use and operation of client‑specific system integration software.
• Interfaces with manufacturers and vendors of software and application products, particularly regarding problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Works with others to address design problems as necessary.
• May respond to service calls to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair programming and system failures.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

System integration

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Mechatronics Engineering

Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Prime Controls is seeking an Automation Specialist I to assist with system integration projects by identifying components for PLCs, networks, computers, and software. You will program PLCs and HMIs, test functionality, troubleshoot startup issues, and develop required documentation and user manuals during development.

Responsibilities include developing BOMs, IO lists, and control-panel requirements, testing, training customers, and coordinating with vendors for problem resolution.