Industrial Electrician: PLCs, Servo Drives, 3rd Shift

Electrical Automation Services

Batavia (IL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a hands-on technician for on-site work in Batavia, IL. You will install, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and control wiring, with emphasis on 480V three-phase systems, motors, and servo drives.

You will also perform preventive maintenance, work with encoders and feedback devices, and ensure safe operations following lockout/tagout and other safety procedures. Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Demonstrated experience with PLCs and servo systems.
Experience with packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Thorough understanding of safety procedures preferred.
PLC programming preferred.
Experience with encoders, servomotors and amplifiers preferred.
Proficient with electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

Perform installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of photo eyes, proximity switches, limit switches, PLC I/O, and control wiring.
Troubleshoot analog/digital controls with 480V 3-phase power, motors, VFDs, and servo drives.
Maintain and troubleshoot encoders, load cells, and feedback devices.
Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI interfaces.
Modify PLC logic and ladder logic as needed.
Diagnose HMI/SCADA communications and network protocols (Profibus, serial, industrial Ethernet).
Conduct preventive maintenance on lasers, conveyors, and production equipment.