Title: Control Systems Specialist

Location: Austin, TX 78758

Pay Rate: $30/hr

Duration: 12 months

Job Description:

• The Controls Systems Specialist (CSS) will ensure that Safety comes first in all Facilities efforts. This position will provide proper training to the Facility Technicians on device troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance. This position will also be responsible for troubleshooting, design/implement/document control solutions for material handling systems, act as a liaison for internal and external resources, and be on call as needed. This position requires strong project management skills, effective communication skills, be self-directed, and have the ability to multi-task and deliver results in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Follow change management process and develop ad-hoc PLC ladder code change using Rockwell RSLogix family IDE’s (5000 preferred.
• Familiarization with A&B PLC processers (CompactLogix and ControlLogix preferred) and input/output modules. Knowledge of other non-A&B control systems such as OPTO, Crisplant and Buschman BOSS would be a plus.
• Use AutoCAD to review, develop and maintain electrical schematic and conveyor layout drawings.
• Work with IT, FC Software and Operations Engineering to develop and update controls knowledge and training document for the facilities team.
• Be responsible for incident follow-up, root cause analysis and documentation.
• Actively participate in the Control System SharePoint site development and weekly conference calls. Document control system and equipment configuration changes and keep the documentation updated on the SharePoint site.
• Actively participate in local or network level control projects and Kaizens. Up to 10% of travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience with email and MS Excel
• 2+ years AutoCAD work experience on control layout design and schemetic.
• Up to 10% of regional travel is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• A 2-year professional electrical training degree or a 4-year BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize different projects and work load.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, (written and verbally) with peers, management, contractors and vendors.
• Self-motivated and customer-centric