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Baker Group Industrial Automation Technician in Ankeny, Iowa
Baker Group, the Midwest’s leading provider of critical building infrastructure systems, is expanding the team. Headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa with over 650 employees, Baker Group is the recognized leader in Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal, Electrical, Automation, Access Control, Security Cameras, Parking Revenue Control and Fire Alarm design and construction of highly technical, special-use buildings such as; hospitals, educational facilities, corporate office buildings, data centers, industrial facilities, and research laboratories. Please visit our website at www.thebakergroup.com to learn more about our company and other open positions we may have available.
Description:
As a member of the Baker Group team, the Industrial Automation Engineer will report to the Industrial Automation Team Lead and will be responsible for supporting our Project Managers with designing, engineering, integrating, and commissioning of PLC/HMI based systems.
What we are proud to offer you:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401K Plan
ESOP
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Financial Advisor
AFLAC
Paid Training
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Working collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, purchasers and other internal staff
Designing and developing distributed control systems (DCS) including PLC/HMI/SCADA programs, product selection for bill of material (BOM) based on customer specifications, creating sequence of operations (SOO), and creating Engineering Drawings.
Create Submittals and Operating and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals for projects
Attend project turnover meeting with project manager to gain knowledge of project estimate and scope and pointing out opportunities for items beyond contracted scope of work.
Potential to do project start up, program modification, and commission of new PLC/HMI/SCADA control systems
Work with other engineers, technicians, and electricians to develop and share technical solutions and standards
Actively participate in training to maintain technical expertise on new products, tools, and integration through continuing education initiatives
Accurate daily time and equipment reporting
Understanding and ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and quality standards
Qualifications:
Minimum of three years of experience with PLC/HMI control systems or a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
Willing to travel and/or relocate
Must have good driving record.
A contingency for employment will require the successfully passing of a background investigation.
Mental and Physical Competencies required to perform essential functions:
Creative problem-solving and Excellent critical thinking skills
Strong team working skills, with an ability to motivate others with potential to lead or manage teams and projects
Willingness to accept responsibility and make decisions
Working knowledge of at least one PLC software (i.e. Rockwell RSLogix or Modicon Unity Pro)
Working knowledge of at least one HMI software (i.e. Rockwell FactoryTalk or Wonderware InTouch)
Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications preferred but not required
Knowledge of Ethernet and serial network communication formats and hardware configurations and device integration
Understanding of basic process controls (i.e. PID control loops, motor control, commissioning of digital and analog measurement devices)
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
Environmental Adaptability:
At any given time, may be exposed to:
- Normal office conditions
Equipment / Tools:
AutoCAD Electric
PLC Software (Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500, StudioLogix5000, or Modicon)
HMI Software (Wonderware or FactoryTalk View)
Baker Group offers a competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a positive work environment. Wage is dependent on experience.
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