Controls Technician
Core
Maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of plant electrical, controls, and automation systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
Role type
Controls Technician
Builds
Reliable automation systems for food manufacturing processes
Domain
Food manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC troubleshooting and programming (Ladder Logic), Industrial network protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DH+), SCADA and HMI systems, Servo systems and motion control, Electrical systems diagnostics (24V DC to 480V AC), PID loops and instrumentation, Reading electrical schematics and engineering drawings, CMMS usage (SAP)
Preferred skills
Allen-Bradley hardware and software platforms, Robotic or automated manufacturing systems support, Technical certification in Industrial Controls or Automation
Technologies
Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, Intellution, SAP, Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Modbus, DH+
Responsibilities
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant electrical, controls, and automation systems; Diagnose electrical, electronic, mechanical, and control system failures using root cause analysis; Install, modify, and validate electrical wiring and control components; Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and control systems; Execute Management of Change (MOC) processes and maintain accurate documentation; Train and mentor maintenance technicians, setup technicians, and operators
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC