Main job function 

An electrical automation compnay are looking for a PLC Project technician to carry out project based work for installing new PLC installations, retrofits and upgrades.

Objectives & Responsibilities Of The Role To handle incoming enquiries for PLC upgrades , retrofits or new PLC installations

Quotes for projects: Parts, specifications, cycle analysis, labour requirements & overall function. Define scope, benefits, exclusions & submit for approval

To install & Commission above mentioned PLC based solutions quoted on.

Check schematic drawings prior to panel building or manufacturing

To understand electronic principles of drives and servo motors.

Generate timing plans for projects (if costed) & manage the timelines.

Check all required project documentation is in order.

Design plc functionality and translate into streamline, functional plc program.

Design and functionality of hmi & program.

To be fully self sufficient in electrical drawing creation

Escalate supplier non-delivery when required to relevant manager

Keep clients informed of progress of their respective projects, inform them of any changes promptly.

Required experience and knowledge

Siemens S7 knowledgeServo closed loop VSD knowledge

CAD or equivelent design software experience

Eplan Knowledge (Advantageous)

Relevant tertiary qualifications

5 Years of PLC programming experience

Project completion from spec to install and commissioning

 

 A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.