Electrical Controls Technician

Harris American; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Harris American is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to design, implement, and maintain electrical control systems used in industrial automation. The role involves troubleshooting, PLC programming, HMI design, and coordinating with engineering teams to optimize equipment performance.

The candidate should have a strong background in electrical engineering and proficiency with PLCs, HMIs, and automation protocols.

Qualifications

• Strong background in electrical engineering, PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery and automated processes.
• Select and specify electrical components such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other control devices.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices using ladder logic, function block diagram, or structured text.
• Configure communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus) for integration between control systems and peripherals.
• Develop motion control algorithms for servo drives and motor controllers.
• Test and validate control systems to ensure functionality and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams for preventive maintenance and performance optimization.
• Prepare technical documentation including wiring diagrams and operation procedures.

Skills

Electrical engineering

PLC programming

HMI design

Industrial automation

Job description

The Electrical Controls Technician is a dual-function position that involves assisting customers and field service technicians with machine troubleshooting, modem/VPN troubleshooting, and information support. This position also supports in-factory engineering and quality. The EC Technician will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical control systems used in industrial automation, manufacturing, or related fields. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation.

Essential Functions:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, equipment, and automated processes

· Select and specify electrical components, such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other control devices

· Design electrical control systems, including PLC hardware selection, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.

· Develop control strategies and algorithms to optimize industrial processes and equipment performance.

· Specify and procure electrical components, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation required for control system implementation.

· Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices using industry-standard programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagram, structured text).

· Configure communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus) for seamless integration between control systems and peripheral devices.

· Develop and implement motion control algorithms for servo drives and motor controllers.

· Conduct testing and validation of control systems to ensure functionality, reliability, and compliance with specifications.

· Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, diagnose faults, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.

· Collaborate with maintenance teams to perform preventive maintenance and optimize control system performance.

· Prepare technical documentation, including control system specifications, wiring diagrams, user manuals, and operation procedures.

· Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements (e.g., NFPA, NEC, IEC).

· Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

· Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and technicians involved in control system implementation.

· Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget completion.

Essential Functions:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery, equipment, and automated processes

· Select and specify electrical components, such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and other control devices

· Design electrical control systems, including PLC hardware selection, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.

· Develop control strategies and algorithms to optimize industrial processes and equipment performance.

· Specify and procure electrical components, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation required for control system implementation.

· Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices using industry-standard programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagram, structured text).

· Configure communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus) for seamless integration between control systems and peripheral devices.

· Develop and implement motion control algorithms for servo drives and motor controllers.

· Conduct testing and validation of control systems to ensure functionality, reliability, and compliance with specifications.

· Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, diagnose faults, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.

· Collaborate with maintenance teams to perform preventive maintenance and optimize control system performance.

· Prepare technical documentation, including control system specifications, wiring diagrams, user manuals, and operation procedures.

· Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements (e.g., NFPA, NEC, IEC).

· Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

· Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and technicians involved in control system implementation.

· Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget completion.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance