Controls Technician

Albany International Corp.; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. in Rochester, NH, seeks an Electronics and Controls Technician to maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment for composite manufacturing. You will modify and upgrade equipment, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and support capital projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires experience with Allen‑Bradley PLCs, SCADA systems, and motion control software, plus strong problem‑solving and drawing interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree or NH Masters electrical license.
• Allen Bradley training certifications through Rockwell Automation.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in motion controls and automation.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, motion control and software systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project).
• PLC Programming (Rockwell controls).
• Troubleshooting and testing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• ERP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and install automated equipment used in composite manufacturing.
• Assist in modification and upgrades to equipment to meet design specifications.
• Drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Identify, maintain and troubleshoot AB RS LOGIX 5000 programs.
• Integrate safety controls in manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure equipment compliance to electrical, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Support production equipment and related capital projects.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

SCADA

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Education

Electrical engineering degree or NH Masters electrical license

Tools

Rockwell Automation PLCs

SCADA software

ERP

Job description

To guarantee the availability, reliability and optimal performance of the control, automation and instrumentation systems used in aeronautical manufacturing processes, through the maintenance, diagnosis, programming and continuous improvement of equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with applicable safety, quality, productivity and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

In performing their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to adhere to Albany’s current values: Albany Wins Together, Count on Each Other, Own Your Actions, Care About Each Other, and Share Your Enthusiasm. Safety must always come first; we never compromise on safety for the sake of achieving another objective. Employees are also responsible for the health and safety of themselves and each other.

• Maintain, troubleshoot and install automated equipment which enables the manufacturing of unique composite products.
• Under the direction of the global engineering group, assist in modification and upgrades to equipment to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
• Drive continuous improvements in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Ability to identify, maintain and troubleshoot AB RS LOGIX 5000 's with ladder or block logic via laptop.
• Ability to identify, maintain, and troubleshoot components
• Ability to identify, maintain, and troubleshoot power transmission systems including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard components.
• hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems
• Reasoning, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret drawings both mechanical and electrical
• Ability to identify, maintain, and utilize SCADA systems and KPI's
• Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others

This role includes coordination of related activities of a cross‑functional team that includes both internal and external resources involved in the:

• Maintenance and troubleshooting of existing equipment
• Implementing modifications and upgrades to existing equipment
• Installing and commissioning of new equipment

In this capacity the Electronics and Controls Technician shall:

• Support the Company’s production equipment.
• Be responsible for installation of equipment including control hardware and software, equipment requirements and specifications.
• Assist in the integration of safety controls as appropriate in all manufacturing equipment.
• Be accountable for equipment compliance to electrical, safety, industrial and government regulatory standards.
• Support equipment development related capital projects as assigned.
• Support production with troubleshooting and repairs in the area of expertise.

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Shift

Day

Experience/Education/Skills

Qualifications / Characteristics :

• Education : Electrical engineering degree or NH Masters electrical license .
• Allen Bradley specific training certifications through Rockwell automation .
• Experience in years : 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in motion controls and automation
• Knowledge :
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, motion control and software systems.
• Familiar with electro‑mechanical systems.
• Formal training and/or education in PLC and PC based motion controllers, SCADA human/machine interfaces, and electro‑mechanical systems .
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft software (MSWord, PowerPoint, Excel, Project) to enable the creation of work instruction and other maintenance documentation.
• PLC Programming ( Rockwell controls)
• Troubleshooting and testing experience
• Ability to create, understand and interpret engineering drawings
• ERP
• Leadership per the AI leadership competency model including these key abilities:
• Communication
• Drive
• Customer Focus
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Well organized and disciplined.
• Able to identify problems and willing to make decisions.
• Able to set and balance priorities.
• Able to work on multiple projects in parallel.

Working Conditions :

• Office /Production floor

Office environment, tasks performed indoors, moderate to quiet noise, and comfortable temperatures. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental condition levels. Ability to work 24/7 and be available as business situations require. Some may do some of their work remotely. Travel may be necessary.

Physical requirements :

Frequently move around the production floor and office area to attend meetings or training

Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 75% of the time

Frequently operates a computer, enters data into systems, checks information, etc.

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