PLC Programmer at Dover Corporation Eagle Rock, VA

Dover Corporation; Eagle Rock (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off including holidays and vacation

Job summary

Dover Corporation in Eagle Rock, Virginia is seeking an Electrical Engineer/Programmer to deliver high-quality electrical designs for control systems on Maag equipment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering and have substantial experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs.

The role involves responsibilities such as programming, assisting with startups, and working in a plant setting. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing practices.
• Experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLC programming.
• Ability to read motor control ladder logic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical design of control systems for equipment.
• Assist in startups at customer’s facility when needed.
• Create and modify programs using proprietary software.

Skills

3-phase motor controls

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

HMI screen design

MS Excel

Networking and internet devices

Education

Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering

3 years relevant job experience

Job description

Main position objectives

The Electrical Engineer/Programmer provides the highest quality electrical design of control systems on the Maag family of equipment. Working independently but supported by sales and sales engineering, the incumbent is the electrical PLC representative for the customer’s controls equipment.

Responsibilities

• Requires a thorough knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing practices and methodologies.
• Must have an in-depth understanding of 3-phase motor controls, Allen Bradley, Siemens PLC’s, programming and HMI screen design, and related products.
• Must be able to read & understand motor control ladder logic drawings. Motor control design ability is a must, along with valve control, relays, timers and related control equipment.
• A thorough knowledge of Siemens and Allen Bradley controls is a must.
• MS Office experience is a plus. MS Excel experience is a must.
• Ability to work effectively with networking, and internet devices is a plus.
• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering / Technology, or a related field of education, or relevant experience is required.
• Some travel to customer’s facility to assist in startups should be expected at times.

Work Environment

Generally, electrical engineers/programmers work in a plant setting. One of their main tools include a computer with proprietary software to create, and modify their programs. While performing the duties of this job in a plant setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration, hot equipment, hot and cold weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, sitting and climbing.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Education

Mandatory

• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering or 3 yr. relevant job experience
• Training on logic circuits, electric motors, gears / mechanical devices
• Able to read and explain manufacturing drawing, schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams

Professional Experience

3 year experience with programming in Siemens or Allen Bradley PLC

Desirable

Experience in plastics processing equipment is highly desirable.

Interpersonal Skills and Behavioral Competencies

Mandatory

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
• Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues
• Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win
• Customer-focused

Language Skills

English

100% 75% 50% 25% 0%

Spanish

100% 75% 50% 25% 0% desirable.

Schedule

Monday to Friday 2 Shift 3 Shift Other: possible weekends, night hours or holidays as needed

Travel Frequency

25% - average trip is 5 days in duration; international trips could last up to 3 weeks.

Benefits

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave law; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.