Senior Electrical Automation Technician - Night/12h Rotations

Eckceptional Search, LLC

Kinston (NC)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Senior Electrical Automation Technician position in Kinston, NC focuses on enhancing and maintaining the facility's electrical control systems and driving automation solutions from installation to ongoing maintenance. You will collaborate with the automation team to shape the plant's technical roadmap and ensure robust backup and update practices for all automation software.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and related hardware, supporting IT with servers, mentoring

Qualifications

Associate's degree or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell automation is required.
Programming experience is required.
RS Logix 5000 experience is preferred.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and night shifts.
Ability to read/interpret electrical schematics and manuals in English.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Decode electrical schematics and manuals to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
Troubleshoot automation and robotics software to optimize processes.
Resolve PLC and touchscreen issues to reduce downtime.
Assist with network troubleshooting and control networking problems.
Collaborate with IT to maintain servers and ensure smooth operations.
Identify and drive automation improvements to enhance efficiency.