Industrial Controls Engineer - Morgantown, WV

About Us

Position Overview

As an Industrial Controls Engineer, the general role is to provide turn-key automated solutions specializing in PLC Programming, Human Machine Interface (HMI) Development, Software installations, with minimal electrical work. This position is expected to complete difficult troubleshooting for customers with some direction from Sr. and lead level personnel.

The Industrial Programmer will report to the Automation Manager and will work primarily out of the Morgantown location.

What You'll Do

• Provide technical support and onsite troubleshooting and repair for customers
• Support commissioning efforts for new projects and systems onsite at customer facilities
• Resolve operational problems related to current systems or new projects
• Ensure all relevant safety objectives are observed for all work completed
• Support manufacture, build and validation of systems which include pneumatics, servos, VFD’s, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, pushbuttons and robotic integration
• Create customer documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings
• Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standards and customer requirements
• Modifies systems upon customer’s request and documents the amendments accordingly

Working Conditions

• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb ladders and stairs; crawl; kneel
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds unassisted.
• Must be safety and customer-focused, without exception

What You'll Bring

• Valid driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in process control and automation
• Familiar with reading and creating CAD drawings using AutoCAD Electrical
• Strong working knowledge with Allen Bradley PLCs and RSLogix 5000,500
• Working experience and knowledge with HMI / OIT Development using Rockwell and/or Wonderware software platforms
• Efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals
• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments
• Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment
• Ability to balance multiple projects
• Working knowledge of MS Office productivity software
• Good understanding of mechanical principals is a plus
• Preferred if candidate has 80-hour underground certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Travel as required (25-50% at times) to support projects. Travel time is paid.
• Able to work a flexible schedule and adjust to changing business needs to include possible work involving emergency call-out, extended hours and some out-of-town and overnight work
• Willingness to undergo a thorough background and drug screening process

How We'll Support You

WE ARE NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED

Employees are beneficial owners through an ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) that works through a qualified retirement plan.

Perks/Benefits 

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Health/Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short/Long term disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
• Employee focused work environment
• On-the-job mentoring and training
• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews
• Employee feedback program
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
• Bonuses and incentives for working safely
• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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