Plant Engineering - Technician, Controls

Kymera International; West Penn Township (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kymera International is seeking an Electrical & Automation Technician to support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting, fabricating control panels, and optimizing control systems. You will collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve electrical issues and contribute to continuous improvement that boosts production efficiency and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities include PLC/HMI/drive support, panel fabrication, and updating documentation.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• 2+ years building and wiring electrical panels or similar environments.
• Familiar with lean/continuous improvement methods (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Knowledge of machine safety standards (NFPA 70E, ISO 13849).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues with maintenance teams.
• Provide PLC, HMI, and safety device support.
• Update and maintain electrical/control documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs).
• Fabricate and install custom electrical control panels from schematics.
• Test panel functionality and troubleshoot before deployment.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
• Assist engineers with automation upgrades and SOPs.

Skills

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley

Studio 5000

RSLogix 500

RSLogix 5

Schematic reading

Electrical testing

Multimeter use

Hand tools

VFDs & sensors

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Kymera International - Specialty Materials that Shape the Future

Summary of Position

Supporting our manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, panel fabrication, and control system optimization. In this role, you'll collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation issues, build and install custom control panels, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance production efficiency and equipment reliability.

Position Requirements

PLC programming on Allen-Bradley product lines, including Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5, Connected Components, and Factorytalk View. Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Proficiency with hand tools, multimeters, and basic electrical testing equipment.

Preferred qualifications

Preferred qualifications include Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical). 2+ years of experience building and wiring electrical panels or working in a similar industrial controls/automation environment. Basic understanding of process control principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). Familiarity with machine safety standards and practices (e.g., NFPA 70E, ISO 13849).

Duties and Responsibilities

Troubleshooting & Support

• Work alongside maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues in real-time.
• Provide support for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and safety devices.
• Assist in updating and maintaining electrical and control documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs). Electrical Panel Fabrication & Installation:
• Build and wire custom electrical control panels from schematics and layout drawings.
• Install control panels and integrate them with machinery and production equipment.
• Test panel functionality and troubleshoot as needed prior to deployment. Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for improving equipment performance, reliability and safety.
• Assist engineers in implementing automation upgrades and optimization projects.
• Maintain accurate records of wiring changes, modifications, and system configurations.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new and existing control systems.

Kymera International is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We recruit, hire, develop, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law in the countries where we operate.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment and employment process for qualified individuals with disabilities or other protected needs, in accordance with applicable law.