Automation and Controls Technician

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Hitachi energy is seeking an Automation and Controls Technician for its Jefferson City, MO location. This role is responsible for development, introduction, and application of controls such as electro-mechanical, electric controls, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), and Human Machine Interface (HMI) to support company products. The role will plan and execute complex technical assignments, coordinate work with other groups to ensure meeting commitments, recommend and implement solutions to improve operations and maintenance that may include the introduction of new equipment and changes in procedures.

Your responsibilities

• Work in close association with engineering, operations, and maintenance to maintain and improve electrical and controls systems throughout the factory. Function as a resource to less experienced technicians and to professional staff in assimilating technical requirements into practical applications.
• Maintain or provide guidance for maintenance of a wide variety of systems. Provide support, ensure accuracy of information and responsiveness to customer requirements. Lead and coordinate the work of less experienced staff and provide training and support to users.
• Perform complex technical work on various projects including analyzing and interpreting data, preparing schematics and diagrams, developing parts lists, integrating into existing system requirements, and making recommendations to improve controls systems software and hardware
• Troubleshoot, analyze and resolve complex problems, and develop and implement measures to prevent recurrence. Recommend and implement modifications or upgrades to improve operations and control costs.
• May work nonstandard schedules in varying environmental conditions.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Associates Degree in engineering or related field with Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience, or a special combination of education and experience and/or demonstrated accomplishments.
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting, development, test, and implementation of multiple machine control solutions including Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron, and National Instrument Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome you to apply and want you to know that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veterans' status or any other legally protected characteristic. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.dol.go v/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/ posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling a Hitachi Energy HR Representative at 1-888-504-2007 or by sending an email to: us-pg-askhr@hitachienergy.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-NAM1

2023-02-21

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