PLC Programmer / Controls Engineer
- 6-month Contract
- Plano, TX based (Onsite role)
Pay $95hr - $100 / hr
This role will involve the development of an innovative prototype for a piece of automated restaurant equipment :
Collaborate with design engineers to spec sensors, motors, and other electrical componentsResponsible for completing the electrical BOM and controls wiring diagramsDevelop and then Debug ladder logic programming for sequence and control in the Automation Direct PLCStrong PLC ladder logic programming & debugging skills are required :
5+ years PLC programming experienceAbility to develop & implement a ladder logic program from scratchExperience integrating and programming stepper motors, gantry or motion systems, and sensorsPrograming then debugging / testing of motion, recovery, and fault sequences for a 3 axis stepper based motion systemAutomation Direct PLC familiarity (ProductivitySuite software ladder logic) is preferred!Experience with PLC programming using methods such as recipe management, data management or remote data logging, or MQTT protocol is a plus!General automation skills :
Expertise in sensors, stepper motors, and other electrical componentsBasic safety system or safety relay knowledgeANSI / CE / TUV or UL standards experience is a plus!General electrical experience :
Ability to build / wire and troubleshoot panels & devices (120vac & low voltage)Ability to read, modify, and create wiring diagramsMUST BE :
Hands-on (interested in helping build / wire and then debug & test the solution)!Passionate about automation & innovationAble to effectively communication & collaborate with the rest of the automation design teamConfident in PLC programming (ladder logic)