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This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including electricity, electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes.\nEducation, Licensure and Experience\nDegree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent area of study, or CAP certification from ISA, or a combination of education and experience.\n5+ years of automation and/or industrial maintenance experience. \nKnowledge of National Electric Code (NEC).\nAbility to read and create electrical schematics.\nProficiency with PlantPAx process controls.\nRead P&IDs, Loop Sheets and SAMAs.\nProficiency in UL508A Industrial Control Panels design.\nExperience with instrumentation and controls design as well as PLC/HMI programming in Allen-Bradley controllers and FactoryTalk systems.\nKnowledge of FactoryTalk View SCADA, Transaction Manager/Historian data collection systems.\nExperience in SQL Reporting Services and Report Expert.\nSound understanding of control system architecture and computer networking.\nExperience with project management; covering initial concept and proposal, implementation, testing, start-up, and close-out procedures.\nAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions.\nWillingness to pursue CAP certification from ISA.\nQualifications\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be a minimum of 18 years of age and must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Please note: This in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary and appropriate.):\nTroubleshoot PLC operated processing systems and take appropriate corrective action. \nDesign and maintain PLC systems and Ethernet/IP networks in accordance with Company Networking Policies.\nDesign, specify, and program control systems from PLC logic through starter and PowerFlex drives to meet specific needs of projects.\nWork with and support technicians and craftsmen on the production floor.\nReview and design modifications to control systems and processes to improve operations and maintainability.\nDesign, implementation, and modification of SCADA systems to improve system operations and visibility.\nCreation of electrical schematics, logic diagrams, enclosure layouts, and bill of materials for new systems and modifications to existing drawings to maintain current documentation.\nProvide formal and informal training on OT systems.\nComply with all applicable food laws, regulations, and food safety requirements.\nComply with Company Policies, as well as promote safety and safe working conditions.\nWork with electricians to ensure proper installation and configuration of control systems and drives. \nEnsure proper testing procedures and protocols for equipment are being followed to assist in timely identification of root cause problems. \nOther duties as assigned.\nSupervisory Responsibilities\nNone\nLanguage Skills\nMust be able to read, write, speak and understand the language of the majority cultural group in order to communicate effectively. Must be able to hear enough to understand those individuals as well. Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend documents such as grafts/flow sheets, financials, general professional articles and publications, governmental regulations, safety rules, assignment sheets, and procedure manuals. Must be able to write reports, business correspondence, policies and procedures, and other administrative forms as outlined above.\nMust be able to effectively communicate in both individual and group settings. Must be able to present information and respond to questions from individuals and/or groups.\nWe offer a competitive benefits package which includes:\nHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance\nCompany matching Retirement Plan\nPaid time off\nShort term and long term disability\nReferral program\nFlexible Spending and Health Savings Plans\nWholestone Farms is an equal opportunity employer. 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