Senior I&E Technician

NextGen Industries, LLC; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

Retirement Plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading automation company is seeking a skilled Senior Automation Technician in Grand Junction, CO. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in programming and troubleshooting PLCs, with extensive knowledge of instrumentation and industrial communication protocols. This full-time role involves installing and maintaining automation systems to enhance operational efficiency and includes competitive salary, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience as an Automation Technician or similar.
• Proficient in programming and troubleshooting PLCs from leading brands.
• Understanding of analog and digital signal types in automation.
• Experience with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet and HART.
• Understand analog and digital signal types for automation systems.
• Familiar with industry best practices for automation and control.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and troubleshoot PLC systems.
• Configure and maintain instrumentation and sensors.
• Develop automation installation and maintenance solutions.
• Conduct regular maintenance and upgrades to ensure optimal functionality and minimal downtime.
• Work with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, and HART protocols.
• Interpret analog (4-20mA, 0-10V) and digital signal types.
• Document system configurations and maintenance activities; train junior staff.

Skills

Programming PLCs

Troubleshooting PLCs

Instrumentation knowledge

Industrial communication protocols

Signal types understanding

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Relevant technical certification or associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Emerson instrumentation

Endress+Hauser instrumentation

Yokogawa instrumentation

Signal Fire systems

Modbus communication

Profibus communication

DeviceNet communication

HART communication

Job description

Location: [Your Company Location]

Department: I&E Services

Reports To: I&E Services Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Automation Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in the field, with a strong background in programming and troubleshooting PLCs, as well as extensive knowledge of common instrumentation and sensor types and brands. This role requires proficiency in industrial communication protocols, signal types, and adherence to industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and troubleshoot PLC systems from leading brands such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Opto22, Idec etc.
• Install, configure, and maintain a variety of instrumentation and sensors, including those from Emerson, Endress+Hauser, Yokogawa, Signal Fire, SOR etc
• Develop and implement automation installation and maintenance solutions to improve field operations processes and systems performance.
• Conduct regular maintenance and upgrades of automation systems to ensure optimal functionality and minimal downtime.
• Work with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, and HART.
• Interpret and implement signal types including analog (4-20mA, 0-10V) digital signals etc.
• Follow industry best practices for automation and control systems to ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, maintenance, and operations to resolve technical issues and improve processes.
• Document and maintain accurate records of system configurations, changes, and maintenance activities.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and other team members on automation systems and best practices.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience as an Automation Technician or similar role in an industrial environment.
• Proficient in programming and troubleshooting PLCs from leading brands such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Opto22, Idec etc.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation and sensors from brands like Emerson, Endress+Hauser, Yokogawa, Signal Fire, SOR etc
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, and HART.
• Understanding of analog and digital signal types and their applications in automation systems.
• Familiarity with industry best practices for automation and control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant technical certification or associate degree preferred; bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in various industrial environments, including confined spaces and heights.
• Ability to work on-call and overtime as needed.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Retirement Plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Oil and Gas

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