Job Description

PLC Programmer – Piller Power Systems Inc

Job Location: Middletown, New York - Hybrid

Job Summary:

Work as a team member to design a reliable and cost-effective power system in accordance with Piller Power Systems and customer specifications. The ideal candidate must be proficient in PLC ladder logic programming with a general knowledge of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and standby power generating equipment. The programmer will develop the project specific ladder logic code, test system performance, and provide operational support throughout the project life cycle.

Supervision Exercised:

None

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position includes, but is not limited to the following requirements:

• Assist in generating marketing quotes and submittals.

• Work with engineering team to prepare project specific technical specifications.

• Interface with Piller engineers, project managers, sales department, and service personnel to identify project

requirements to support testing and implementation.

• Ability to interpret and prepare electrical schematics, including vendor supplied drawings.

• Participate in system design reviews to ensure compliance with Piller standards and customer requirements.

• Develop, debug, and release customer specific PLC ladder logic programs.

• Produce points lists for SCADA and/or BMS.

• Interface with PLC software vendor customer support.

• Work with PLC hardware vendors to ensure Piller products are using the latest technologies.

• Assist associates in troubleshooting and testing power system controls.

• Implement corrective action in accordance with Piller procedures.

• Maintain daily backups and archiving of pertinent data residing on computer workstation.

• Roll out PLC programming software updates, maintain annual licensing and provide technician level PLC training.

• Occasional travel to customer locations.

• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Educational/Training Requirements:

• BS degree in electrical or computer engineering field

Experience:

• Previous work experience (3+ years) with PLC ladder logic programming.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Emerson PAC Machine Edition experience, or similar

• Knowledge of (3) phase power systems, standby power generation, switchgear and associated controls preferred. 

• UPS equipment and standby power generation experience preferred.

• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

• Proficiency in use of personal computers in technical applications.

Physical Demands:

• Available for occasional overnight travel.

• The physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.

Work Environment:

• The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.

• Occasional site work will be required, including but not limited to construction sites.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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