Automation & Controls Engineer — Lead PLC Systems

gafsgi

Tallahassee (FL)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 121,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401k plan
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off

Job summary

GAF is seeking an Automation and Controls Specialist to lead electrical projects, PLC-based control design, and preventive maintenance in a manufacturing setting. You will mentor a small team of maintenance E/I technicians and collaborate with on-site engineering resources.

The role requires deep electrical knowledge, Rockwell/Studio 5000 proficiency, and strong problem-solving abilities in a continuous process environment. Base compensation reflects experience and location.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree in industrial automation or related field, 5+ years experience or HS Diploma with 7+ years experience.
  • Strong electrical theory and knowledge of instrumentation.
  • Experience with PLC-based controls in continuous process manufacturing.
  • HMI development and Rockwell software proficiency required.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and installation of electrical/electronic equipment.
  • Plan work with solid knowledge of electrical theories.
  • Coordinate PMDs with planner; work with maintenance engineer on PM systems.
  • Perform design calculations and prepare specs for PLC-based systems.
  • Mentor maintenance technicians and support troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical theory
Instrumentation calibration
PLC programming
Allen-Bradley PLCs
Electrical/electromechanical devices
HMI development
Team mentoring
Industrial automation
Effective communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in industrial automation or related field
High School Diploma with 7+ years of experience in continuous process environment

Tools

Studio 5000
RSLogix 500
FTView
CCW
FTAC
Allen-Bradley PowerFlex drives

Job description

GAF is seeking an Automation and Controls Specialist to lead electrical projects, PLC-based control design, and preventive maintenance in a manufacturing setting. You will mentor a small team of maintenance E/I technicians and collaborate with on-site engineering resources.

The role requires deep electrical knowledge, Rockwell/Studio 5000 proficiency, and strong problem-solving abilities in a continuous process environment. Base compensation reflects experience and location.

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