HMI/PLC Programmer II

Weg industrias de Venezuela, c.a.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Weg industrias de Venezuela, c.a. in Duluth, MN, seeks a skilled engineer to develop HMI/PLC software essential for industrial control solutions. The successful candidate will design control panels, create technical specifications, and provide onsite support. This role requires strong expertise in AutoCAD and automation software, along with excellent problem-solving capabilities.

The position offers limited client travel with significant office work. Applicants should have an engineering degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience required.
• Exceptional logic reasoning abilities are necessary.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated machine and process control systems using PLC/HMI solutions.
• Create instruction documents specific to software development.
• Test automated systems for efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Basic familiarity with power design

VFD and Soft Starter principles

AutoCAD

Understanding of BOM systems

General experience with automation software

Intermediate Excel skills

Basic electronics and circuit analysis

Digital systems knowledge

Exceptional logic reasoning abilities

Strong mathematics skills

Experience with Serial and Ethernet communication protocols

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

This role develops HMI/PLC software for the control and monitoring of industrial drive and starter packages using programmable logic controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems. Responsibilities include designing and documenting control panels, developing technical product specifications and software inspection plans, and providing on-site commissioning support. The position is primarily office-based with limited travel to client locations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create instruction documents specific to software development applications.
• Develop automated machine and process control systems using PLC/HMI solutions.
• Develop schematics, bills of materials, and assembly drawings using AutoCAD.
• Travel to client locations as required.
• Meet with clients to discuss mechanical and electrical automation needs.
• Draw electrical and mechanical schematics to illustrate process workflows.
• Develop and install machine programs using automation software and custom coding languages.
• Determine automation test criteria prior to final installation.
• Test automated systems for efficiency, safety, and reliability.
• Oversee the successful installation of PLC programs.
• Document development processes and operation manuals.
• Provide clients with technical support.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams.
• Adhere to best practices for documentation and version control.
• Communicate progress, schedule deviations, and budget updates to colleagues, managers, and clients.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent preferred.

Knowledge and Training

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel).
• Basic familiarity with 3-phase and single-phase power design required.
• VFD and Soft Starter principles required.
• AutoCAD required.
• Knowledge of industrial standards and their application, including but not limited to UL 508A, NFPA, and NEMA.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods, with the ability to maintain design cost targets.
• Understanding of BOM systems and material management.
• General experience with automation software and equipment required.
• Intermediate Excel skills required, including charts, graphs, fonts, borders, shading, formulas, tables, and pivot tables.
• Basic electronics and circuit analysis required, including DC and AC analysis, basic electrical laws, series and parallel circuits, network analysis concepts, grounding techniques, magnetism, inductance/capacitance, resistance, diodes, potentiometers, and logic operations.
• Digital systems knowledge required, including logic families, arithmetic/logic instructions, I/O programming, timers, interrupts, and interfacing techniques.
• Exceptional logic reasoning abilities.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong mathematics and arithmetic skills.
• Ability to verify code and data for accuracy.
• Ability to solve complex problems.
• Experience with programming and implementation of Serial and Ethernet communication protocols.
• Thorough understanding of various data formats and conversion methods.
• Experience with data logging, storage, and retrieval.

Experience

3+ years of relevant work experience required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. WEG Electric Corp. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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