Controls Technician

Federal Mfg; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental programs

Life insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

ProMach is seeking a Controls Technician to commission, test and debug packaging/palletizing/stretch wrapping equipment. You will provide electrical and controls support to Mechanical leads, Service Department and Brenton customers.

The role includes troubleshooting PLC, robotic and HMI programs, updating electrical schematics, commissioning robotic systems, and traveling up to 35% for installation support while following Brenton standards.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting PLC, robotics and HMI programs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and 2D/3D drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC, robotic and HMI programs for new and retrofit projects.
• Collaborate with electrical designers on updates to electrical schematics.
• Commission, test and debug robotic systems at Brenton facility.
• Ensure Brenton electrical standards are followed in controls designs.
• Provide technical support for customers in the field and via phone.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 35% for installations.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

HMI programming

Electrical schematics

Communication

Tools

RsLogix500

RsLogix5000

FactoryTalk Studio ME

AutoCAD

Job description

Join ProMach and shine. Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there's a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist - whatever drives you.

At ProMach, you'll be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. And we'll be proud to have you on the journey.

_ Do we have your attention? _ Keep reading.

ProMach's Brenton is currently seeking a Controls Technician to commission, test and debug packaging/palletizing/stretch wrapping equipment. Provide electrical and controls support to Mechanical leads, Service Department and Brenton customers.

Are you motivated about this work?

• Troubleshoot PLC, Robotic and HMI programs for new and retrofit projects.
• Work with electrical designers on updates electrical schematics.
• Commission, test and debug robotic systems at Brenton facility.
• Ensure Brenton electrical standard are followed in controls designs.
• Provide technical support for customers both in the field and telephone troubleshooting.
• Domestic and International travel for machine installation support as required (up to 35% at times)

If this sounds like you, we want to connect!

• Knowledge of components including Allen Bradley PLCs, Fanuc robots, misc I/O devices, VFDs, servos, HMIs, pneumatics, safety circuits, vision and various industrial networks.
• Experience in Allen Bradley programming software RsLogix500, RsLogix5000 and FactoryTalk Studio ME.
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and read 2D & 3D AutoCad mechanical drawings.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in written form.
• Ability to work independently and well with others.
• Ability to work in Microsoft's Office products (Word & Excel)

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical/dental programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits - you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Please note that the pay ranges listed on external job boards, outside our posting details, do not accurately reflect our internal compensation ranges.

Base Hourly Range: $35.00 - $55.00 per hour

#BRENT

Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.