PLC Programmer

You are seeking a PLC Programmer with expertise in designing, programming, and configuring PLC systems for automation equipment to meet operational requirements. Your responsibilities will include debugging, testing, and validating control logic to ensure performance standards are met. You will collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate PLCs into broader control systems, including SCADA and HMI interfaces. Additionally, you will analyze and optimize existing control logic to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and system reliability. Troubleshooting system malfunctions and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime will be a key aspect of your role. You will also be responsible for developing and executing preventive maintenance schedules and system updates to prevent unplanned outages. Managing system backups, maintaining version control, and implementing safety interlocks to prevent system failures are essential tasks. Creating comprehensive documentation, including wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and I/O configurations, to support ongoing system management and troubleshooting is crucial. Required skills and experience: - A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related technical field - Strong proficiency in PLC programming, particularly with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Schneider systems - Expertise in programming languages such as ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming - Experience with real-time system debugging, control loop tuning, and signal processing - In-depth understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) - Ability to design and implement complex control architectures involving multiple PLCs, sensors, and actuators - Experience integrating PLCs with robotics, motion control, and advanced HMI systems - Skilled in conducting system risk assessments and applying fail-safe strategies for safety in high-risk operations - Understanding of application security best practices and regulations This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits including cell phone reimbursement and paid sick time. The work schedule is a day shift with fixed hours, and the role requires in-person work at the designated location.,