Electrical Automation Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Description:

The Electrical Process Automation Specialist is a key liaison between plant operations, electrical technicians, process engineering and electrical engineering.  The specialist audits plant process control functions and makes recommendations for improvements to optimize production. The individual will also manage plant improvement requests to deliver documented tangible results for increased production and/or product quality for all of Luck Stone’s operations. This job requires extensive travel to be on site working on plant improvement projects and coaching/training operations and electrical technician associates. The individual is expected to engage and collaborate with all stakeholders involved in a project to develop the best possible solutions.

****This position will travel to sites from Leesburg VA to Culpeper VA. Vehicle will be provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

40% of job-

• Design, develop, program and implement process control systems for small projects to optimize automated operations.
• This includes developing Autocad project drawings, conduit/cable lists, PLC and HMI programs, and executing a successful safe start-up

20% of job-

• Serve as a reliability and troubleshooting resource for regional electrical technicians on all equipment used for plant power systems and PLC/HMI related issues.
• This includes analyzing reoccurring issues for permanent solutions and assisting plants and electrical technicians with issues beyond the troubleshooting expertise of the local personnel.
• Collaborate with technicians and operators to implement corrective actions or process improvements.

15% of job-

• Manage electrical contractors including developing bid packages, contractor selection, on-site supervision, change order documentation, coordination with operations, quality assurance, and adherence to project budget and schedule.
• Assist with the design effort on larger more complex projects with a focus on constructability, contractor documentation, power component design, schedule and start-up

15% of job-

• Develop and lead training for plant operations associates to further their understanding of operation of their plants and how controls are used to optimize those operations.
• Act as and partner with other Subject Matter Experts to develop and Facilitate Technical Training Curriculum

10% of job- Research and Development –

• Investigates and tests new technologies to enhance stone aggregate operation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or GED

Work Experience: 5 + years of electrical construction, installation, maintenance of electrical systems and plant automation in industrial environments

Required Licenses & Certifications: Valid Drivers license, Licensed Journeyman Electrician required and Virginia DMM Electrical Certification preferred

Technical Competencies:

• Strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, computer programming)
• Expertise with national electrical code (NEC)
• PLC & HMI programming
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Production Support
• Process Innovation
• CapEx Support
• Quality Support
• Training

Additional:

Ability to work under conditions of frequent exposure to dusty conditions and the full range of weather conditions; frequently in, on, and around quarry high walls and pit; extended periods working from elevated positions or in tunnels.

Luck Companies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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