Instrument & Controls Technician

The Duracell Company; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Duracell Company in Fairburn, GA is seeking an Instrument & Controls Technician to support electrical and instrumentation work at the plant. You will test, troubleshoot, and repair electronic equipment, with hands-on experience in Rockwell (RSLogix/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7) software to diagnose faults.

Key duties include analyzing root causes, maintaining PLCs, microprocessors, motor drives, operator terminals, and robotic systems, plus performing preventive and predictive

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting Siemens PLCs (S7-1200/1500) using TIA Portal and STEP 7.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix/MicroLogix) using RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000.
• Have a basic knowledge of electronics and electrical theories.
• Able to read diagrams and technical manuals.
• Team-oriented with ability to communicate technical information.
• Exposure to automated controls systems in high-speed applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and address root causes of electrical issues to repair equipment.
• Maintain PLCs, microprocessors, motor drives, operator terminals, and robotic systems.
• Use Siemens and Rockwell software daily to diagnose faults and monitor program logic.
• Read and use diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering instructions.
• Perform Preventative & Predictive maintenance activities.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Team communication

High-speed automated controls exposure

Industrial electrical experience

Reading diagrams

Education

Electrical Technical School / Military equivalent or 2+ years Industrial Electrical experience

Tools

Siemens S7-1200/1500

TIA Portal

STEP 7

Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000

ControlLogix / CompactLogix / MicroLogix

Job description

Responsibilities

As an Instrument & Controls Technician, you will provide important electrical and instrumentation support to the Fairburn, GA plant by testing, troubleshooting, and repairing a range of electronic equipment. The role requires a candidate who is comfortable and hands-on with Rockwell (RSLogix/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7) software to diagnose faults and troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

As an Instrument & Controls Technician, you will provide important electrical and instrumentation support to the Fairburn, GA plant by testing, troubleshooting, and repairing a range of electronic equipment. The role requires a candidate who is comfortable and hands-on with Rockwell (RSLogix/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7) software to diagnose faults and troubleshoot equipment.
Some of your essential duties and responsibilities may include:

• Analyzing and addressing the root causes of electrical issues to repair complicated electrical equipment.
• Maintaining microprocessors, PLC, motor drive, operator interface terminals, and robotic systems by making modifications and installing parts as necessary.
• Using Rockwell (RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7) software daily to diagnose faults, monitor program logic, and troubleshoot automated equipment.
• Reading and using diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering instructions.
• Root Cause Analysis, Breakdown Analysis, Preventative & Preventative & Predictive maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting Siemens PLC controllers, especially S7-1200/1500 series, using TIA Portal and STEP 7 software for program diagnostics, fault analysis, and online monitoring of ladder, FBD, or STL logic.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) PLC controllers, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix platforms, using RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 software for ladder logic diagnostics, fault identification, and program modifications.
• Have a basic knowledge of electronics and electrical theories, including digital circuitry, AC/DC theory, microprocessors, and logic systems.
• Can work as a member of a team and communicate technical information to other personnel.
• Need to have exposure to automated controls systems in a high-speed application.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) PLC controllers, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix platforms, using RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 software for ladder logic diagnostics, fault identification, and program modifications.
• Electrical Technical School / Military equivalent or 2+ years Industrial Electrical experience.
• Previous Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens Technologies is Preferred. Experience with one or the other is a requirement for this Role.

About Us

Duracell is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell's products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a "can do" attitude is highly valued.