Maintenance PLC Technician

Vallourec Star; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing: Up to 4%

401(k): Company match 4.5%

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation Time

Performance-Based Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Vallourec Star in Houston seeks a seasoned Electrical Controls Engineer/PLC Programmer to join our maintenance team. You’ll design, program, test and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and VF drives, read electrical schematics, and support start-up and commissioning at customer sites.

A strong background in Rockwell ladder logic, RSView/PanelView, AutoCAD, and safety compliance is required. The role emphasizes collaboration, on-site problem solving, and continuous improvement in a heavy manufacturing

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 10 years of maintenance experience in heavy manufacturing.
• 3–5 years as a PLC programmer in a heavy manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify and document PLC code per department standards.
• Create and adapt HMI configurations for operators.
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems at startup and at customer sites.
• Design and read electrical schematics; ensure OSHA/NEC compliance.

Skills

PLC programming

Ladder logic

Rockwell RSLogix/RSLinX

HMI development

Electrical schematics

AutoCAD familiarity

VF drives

Networking (Ethernet, Profibus, DH+)

Safety standards (NFPA 70/70E)

Education

High School diploma

Tools

RS Linx

RS Networx

RS Logix 5/500/5000

PanelView/Allen Bradley

Job description

Sheldon Road, Houston TX
Houston, TX 77049, USA

Description

Your Roleat a Glance

You’llplay a vital role in our (department) teamby:

• Excellent communication skills (able to work within a team environment specifically to communicate programming modifications to other electricians, staff and production)
• Experience with E-stops and safety circuits
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E
• Must be able to design or draw schematics that show how electrical components and panels work together to accomplish a process.
• Must be able to write, document, test, install and troubleshoot programs.
• Must be able to provide ongoing technical support to users within the company as needed.
• Understanding of electricity, instrumentation and analog to digital conversion
• Experience in automated control systems including, but not limited to, Design and programming PLCs, HMIs, and VF drives.
• Proficient with ladder logic programming with Rockwell PC applications such as RS Linx, RS Networx & RS Logix 5, 500, and 5000.
• Must be familiar with Allen Bradley Panel builder 32 & RS View development HMI applications
• Must have experience with VF drives, specifically AB drives.
• Must be proficient with PLC networking configurations for Ethernet, Device Net, Wonderware, Profibus, DH+, DF1.
• Must be able to follow design and work processes.
• Must be able to read and understand standard electrical schematics and be skilled in troubleshooting control systems during start up and debug.
• Must be proficient with MS word and Excel, and have a familiarity with AutoCAD
• Must be able to work independently and can work well with others within the team environment and can communicate well with customers.
• Must pay close attention to detail and quality, to be committed to deliver the best possible product to customers.
• Experience performing programming changes and ladder logic and related software to the following:
• Siemen’s step 7
• RS View
• Win CC
• Direct Logic
• Developing PLC code based on department standards
• Adapting standard PLC code to new applications
• Documenting PLC code
• Developing HMI configurations
• Debugging and troubleshooting PLC based control systems at customer sites
• Control system testing
• Must be able to use test equipment (multi-meter to test for Ohms to measure resistance, DC and AC voltage, proximity tester to test proximity switches, amp probe to check for amperage, phase finder to check rotation on motors, meager to check insulation breakdown, shorts to ground.
• Must be able to read and understand electrical and ladder logic schematics
• Must have strong electrical controls knowledge and understanding
• Ensure all equipment compliant with OSHA and (NEC) National Electrical Safety Code.

What Sets You Apart

We’relooking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 10 Years of Maintenance experience, required.
• 3 to five years of experience in a heavy manufacturing operation working directly as PLC programmer required
• Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background, drug and work screen
• Must be available to work 12-hour day and night shifts, weekends, callouts and overtime
• Thermal equipment experience with furnaces and ovens
• Knowledge with NFPA-86, NFPA- 70, NFPA-70E and NFPA-79

What Powers Your Performance

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset
• Take accountability and show initiative in their work
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
• Prioritize safety and act with awareness
• Embrace feedback and use it to grow
• Maintain high attention to detail
• Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
• Support and develop others through shared learning

How We Support Your Success

We’recommitted to helping you thrive- on the job and beyond.That’swhy we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. Tosupport your growth and well-being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): Company match4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safetyisn’tnegotiable,it’swho we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decisionisguided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. Wedon’tcut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority,it’sa promise we make to every colleague, every day.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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