Control Systems Technician

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health benefits

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Dyno Nobel Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Technician to assist the Carthage, Missouri Instrument and Controls / Sr Project Engineer with scoping, planning, and executing PCS projects, while maintaining documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing control systems, with hands-on experience in Allen-Bradley systems. The position involves troubleshooting, schematic reading, and updating PLC/PCS documentation, plus participation in calibration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• 5+ years’ experience with control systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley Control Systems.
• Ability to read electrical / controls schematics and P&ID's.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scoping, planning and executing PCS projects.
• Maintain process control system documentation.
• Verify alarms/interlocks, calibrations, and troubleshoot interruptions.
• Update electrical/control system schematics and documentation.
• Assist instrumentation programming, calibrations, backups, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Control systems

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Job description

Job Brief

Assist the Carthage, Missouri Instrument and Controls / Sr Project Engineer with scoping, planning, and executing PCS projects, and maintaining process control system documentation.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a Control Systems Technician, you will assist the Carthage, Missouri Instrument and Controls / Sr Project Engineer with scoping, planning, and executing PCS projects, and maintaining process control system documentation. Other duties include:

• Assist Electrical department in Alarm / Interlock verifications, calibrations, and troubleshooting process interruptions.


• Improve PCS documentation by auditing process areas and creating / updating electrical / control system schematics.


• Assist with instrumentation programming, calibrations, backups, and troubleshooting


• Assist in maintaining the CAMO PCS Critical Instrumentation Register and planning required calibrations.


• Assist in maintaining and updating area Alarm / Interlock checklists


• Complete PCS Firmware updates during planned outages


• Base operating system version upgrades, service packs, patches and fixes


• Assist with process troubleshooting using Factory Talk View, Studio 5000 / Logix 5000/ Logix 500 software packages.


• Assist in troubleshooting control system network interruptions.


• Support the PCS Disaster Recovery program by completing periodic uploads and off-line verification of PCS application files.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering (Computer Science, Process Engineering, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering or similar). - Comparable work experience in lieu of Bachelor’s degree may be considered


• 5+ years’ experience working with control systems in a manufacturing environment.


• Experience or familiarity with Allen-Bradley Control Systems


• Ability to read and understand electrical / controls schematics and P & ID's


• Ability to troubleshoot control systems (480VAC – 24VDC)


• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives.


• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer

• 3 weeks vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days


• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available


• Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service


• Generous tuition reimbursement program


• Generous paid parental leave


• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*