Electrical Automation Technician

Çimsa Çimento Sanayi ve Ticaret; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Automation Technician in Houston, Texas. This role involves reconstructing and maintaining electrical systems, performing testing and calibration, and ensuring the safe operation of automation equipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as an industrial electrician, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of AC motor systems and PLC programming. Join a forward-thinking company that values professional development and offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience as an industrial electrician with knowledge of electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot using PLC programming and electrical testing.

Responsibilities

• Reconstruct, repair, and maintain electrical systems and automation equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure safe operation of equipment.

Skills

Industrial Electrical Experience

Excellent Communication Skills

Electrical Installation Tools

AC Motor and VFD Systems Knowledge

PLC Systems Understanding

Blueprint Interpretation

Hydraulic Equipment Knowledge

Oil Analysis Interpretation

Tools

PLC Programming

Electrical Testing Equipment

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

We are looking for an Electrical Automation Technician to be based in Houston, Texas at Çimsa Americas.

If you are interested in developing your professional career, send your resume and cover note to us.

As a member of the Çimsa Americas, you will be responsible for:

• Reconstructing, repairing, disassembling, and assembling electrical systems, PLC equipment, automation systems, switch cabinets, circuit breakers, controllers, encoders, fuses, sensors, load cells, motors, switches, converters, transformers, etc.
• Performing electrical testing and calibration.
• Performing routine preventative maintenance.
• Ensuring proper and safe operation of equipment.
• Identifying faulty equipment through observation and testing metrics.
• Determining the need for immediate maintenance action and taking appropriate response.
• Attending daily meetings to prioritize work orders and minimize downtime.
• Assessment of the condition of used parts.
• Maintenance of parts and tools inventory.
• Preparation of maintenance reports as required.
• Maintaining cleanliness and order in tools, equipment, and work areas, ensuring all tools and equipment are in good working order.
• Interaction with vendors and outside service providers.
• Using PC and PLC programming to troubleshoot process control issues for automated machinery.

This is the opportunity for you if you have these skills and requirements:

• Experience as an industrial electrician.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of electrical installation tools, hand tools, power tools, cranes, and industrial equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of AC Motor and VFD systems, Power Distribution and Motor Control Systems, Transformers, contactors, breakers, motors, encoders, Instrumental Systems – sensors and instruments.
• Understanding PLC (Rockwell/Allen Bradley with Studio5000 is a plus) systems.
• Ability to identify colored cables by sight.
• Good understanding of blueprints, single line diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic equipment (hydraulic diagrams, drawing interpretation; hydraulic filtration, conditioning systems; directional, proportional and servo valve systems).
• Knowledge of lubrication theory and systems (grease types for complex applications; force and/or positive grease and oil systems).
• Oil analysis and interpretation of oil analysis results.