Electrical & Instrumentation Tech — PLC & Automation

Bunge North America; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

FSA / HSA

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave

401(k) matching with company contrib

Job summary

Bunge North America is seeking Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians in Council Bluffs, IA. Earn $35.71 per hour with a Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:30pm shift, providing consistent weekdays and favorable benefits as part of a global leader with 200+ years in the industry.

You will maintain automation, troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley), HV systems, and instrumentation, while enjoying a robust benefits package and a clear path for career growth within a stable, world‑class company.

Qualifications

• Electrical controls experience required or preferred for role.
• Experience with PLCs and automation systems preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints or schematics and troubleshoot instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automation throughout the facility (electric circuits up to 480VAC).
• Troubleshoot and repair high voltage lighting, VFDs, and AC/DC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair Allen-Bradley PLCs (SLC 500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, PLC-5, 5000).
• Check DC controller outputs and replace defective PCBs as needed.
• Identify and repair electrical malfunctions; replace components as required.
• Interpret blueprints/schematics for system maintenance.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot process instrumentation.
• Assign IP addresses to new equipment.
• Inspect conformity to industry standards or specs.
• Rebuild/repair/replace damaged parts; keep area clean and organized.
• Troubleshoot AC motor starter circuits.

Skills

Electrical controls experience

PLC troubleshooting

Allen-Bradley PLCs

High voltage systems

Tools

SLC 500

MicroLogix

CompactLogix

PLC 5

Panel Views

Job description

Bunge North America is seeking Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians in Council Bluffs, IA. Earn $35.71 per hour with a Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:30pm shift, providing consistent weekdays and favorable benefits as part of a global leader with 200+ years in the industry.

You will maintain automation, troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley), HV systems, and instrumentation, while enjoying a robust benefits package and a clear path for career growth within a stable, world‑class company.