Published: August 16, 2024 - The Controls Technician develops and updates project schedules using MS Project to align with project goals and progress. This position coordinates kick-off meetings and collaborates with various personnel to ensure alignment on budget, scheduling, and change management protocols. This role provides support in project control activities, including change management, tracking of materials and labor, and assisting in the development and maintenance of project control policies and procedures.
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1. Controls Technician, Johnson Controls, Milwaukee, WI
Job Summary:
- Serves as subject matter expert for server-client solutions, network infrastructure, touchscreens, thick/thin clients, PAC / PLC, Servos, variable frequency drives, motors, analog/digital devices, ethernet / other communication devices, weighing systems, and other control systems
- Designs/implements manufacturing intellectual property (e.g., PLC and HMI programs) version control software
- Develops processes, planning, and execution for network and manufacturing hardware patching and migrations
- Maintains all electrical and control documentation in separate centralized repositories for plant and corporate levels
- Applies root cause analysis and other tools related to electrical and controls systems
- Provides input on / assists METT in developing scopes of work for capital projects and controls migration
- Reviews /approves vendor and contractor bids for scope execution of capital projects and controls migration
- Reviews / approves CBRs
- Gathers information to support METT controls engineer for aging / obsolete control systems and components
- Assists Technology Leader & METT team with prioritizing system/component replacements
- Assists in the set-up of appropriate systems integrators and OEMs with vendor ID and VPN access so can provide remote access
Skills on Resume:
- Control Systems Expertise (Hard Skills)
- Network Infrastructure (Hard Skills)
- PLC/HMI Programming (Hard Skills)
- Root Cause Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Electrical Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Vendor Management (Soft Skills)
- Capital Project Review (Soft Skills)
- System Integration (Hard Skills)
2. Controls Technician, Honeywell International Inc., Phoenix, AZ
Job Summary:
- Generates ideas to improve current processes and programs
- Participates in / supports CI and reliability initiatives
- Supports execution of capital project planning and controls migration
- Promotes/helps develop activities to integrate techniques focused on achieving high levels of overall process effectiveness
- Performs required equipment safety inspections and documents results as appropriate
- Identifies Partner safety hazards and recommends solutions
- Participates in project design reviews and ensures projects deliver electrically safe equipment
- Recommends modifications, additions, and deletions to electrical and control specification
- Ensures projects comply with all specification
- Supports the development of automated solutions that support environmental regulations
- Partners with METT to develop/execute capital projects that mitigate arc flash risk for safe Partner practices
Skills on Resume:
- Process Improvement (Hard Skills)
- CI Initiatives Support (Soft Skills)
- Project Planning (Hard Skills)
- Safety Inspection (Hard Skills)
- Hazard Identification (Soft Skills)
- Design Review (Soft Skills)
- Specification Management (Hard Skills)
- Automated Solutions Development (Hard Skills)
3. Controls Technician, Siemens AG, Orlando, FL
Job Summary:
- Develop and update schedules using MS Project to conform to project requirements and progress
- Participate in kick-off meetings with necessary personnel to ensure a common understanding of budgets, schedules, progress measurement, and change management requirements
- Support Project Management with project change management including material cost estimating, labor budget development, schedule impact assessment, schedule updates and ERP budget & forecast updates
- Support Project Management with material and labor tracking and forecasting
- Coordinate and compile input from team members to develop project status reporting
- Support Project Management and senior staff to report on project status and material & labor budget performance
- Manage tracking and reporting of key project performance metrics
- Track and assist with coordination of project invoicing
- Monitor and report performance and progress through analytical techniques to validate cost and performance
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project control policies and procedures
Skills on Resume:
- Schedule Management (Hard Skills)
- Kick-Off Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Change Management Support (Soft Skills)
- Material & Labor Tracking (Hard Skills)
- Status Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Performance Metrics Tracking (Hard Skills)
- Invoicing Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Analytical Techniques (Hard Skills)
4. Controls Technician, Schneider Electric, Boston, MA
Job Summary:
- Develops, implements, and commissions controls the sequencing of building automation controls.
- Provides integration and programming of networked building management systems.
- Analyses and resolves HVAC operating and design problems.
- Manages maintenance data and equipment records.
- Monitors HVAC systems for energy conservation opportunities.
- Conducts preventive and corrective maintenance of HVAC systems.
- Responds to control system alarms.
- Consult and advise on the feasibility and practicality of mechanical designs.
- Consults on adaptation and modification of equipment and devices.
- Consults on projects for the feasibility of installation, reliability and maintenance.
- Perform analysis of hazards related to specific project tasks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Initiates projects that will enhance operation and/or functionality.
Skills on Resume:
- Controls Sequencing (Hard Skills)
- System Integration (Hard Skills)
- HVAC Problem Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Data Management (Hard Skills)
- Energy Conservation Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Preventive Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Alarm Response (Hard Skills)
- Mechanical Design Consultation (Soft Skills)
5. Controls Technician, Emerson Electric Co., St. Louis, MO
Job Summary:
- Machinery or tools should perform according to the manufacturer’s specifications and drawings provided at purchase.
- Work should be performed in a well-illuminated area, clean conditions, dry surroundings, with safety precautions in place and in use at all times.
- Plant facilities and equipment, test, control equipment and systems include but not limited to impulse generators, motors, starters, switches, transformer coils, relays, solenoids, rectifiers, electrical fixtures, PLCs, Panelviews, VFDs, Flow meters, and CTs.
- Attend training seminars on new diagnostic equipment and processes as established.
- Troubleshoot and recommend the use of new or special equipment for controls.
- Provide training, guidance, and maintenance instructions to other employees
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Perform monthly safety inspections of assigned buildings
- Troubleshoot equipment utilizing mechanical drawings and electronic schematics
- Read and understand PLC ladder logic
- Collect and provide analysis of technical data
- Collaborate with other departments as necessary to meet customer requirements
Skills on Resume:
- Equipment Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Safety Protocol Adherence (Soft Skills)
- Technical Troubleshooting (Hard Skills)
- Preventive Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- PLC Ladder Logic (Hard Skills)
- Technical Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Employee Training (Soft Skills)
- Cross-Department Collaboration (Soft Skills)
6. Controls Technician, General Electric, Atlanta, GA
Job Summary:
- Working with customers to ensure equipment readiness for start-up
- Working with other Team members to schedule and organize start-up activities
- Documentation of start-up process and performance values
- Helping customers with technical support for products and systems
- Control integration of equipment and systems with other manufacturers' equipment
- Support of the Mechanical Systems Technician for control start-up, troubleshooting
- Control panel fabrication and check-out
- Organizing, planning, developing and documenting PLC program
- Testing and validation of code developed for reliability and safety
- Install programs and support system integration at the facility and in the field
- Support system-level testing at the facility and in the field
Skills on Resume:
- Customer Equipment Support (Soft Skills)
- Start-Up Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Process Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Technical Support (Soft Skills)
- Control Integration (Hard Skills)
- Control Panel Fabrication (Hard Skills)
- PLC Program Development (Hard Skills)
- System Testing (Hard Skills)
7. Controls Technician, Rockwell Automation, Cleveland, OH
Job Summary:
- Install, commission, and troubleshoot equipment at customer locations and in the lab.
- Repair equipment to restore full functionality.
- Complete all documentation related to service calls.
- Demonstrate equipment capabilities, train end users, and advise on preventative maintenance best practices.
- Plan, execute, and document internal trial runs.
- Keep lab machines in excellent technical conditions.
- Organize lab environment, tooling, and components and keep in excellent condition.
- Determine the technical solutions and define the course of action.
- Position Requirements
- Combination of strong experience and high energy, and must have a passion for all things technical.
- Solid electrical background with a focus in controls.
- Highly proficient with sensors, actuators, motors, contactors, breakers, VFDs, communications, and more.
- Interacting with the customer is involved, so must have solid interpersonal and communication skills and be professional and courteous in nature.
Skills on Resume:
- Equipment Installation (Hard Skills)
- Troubleshooting (Hard Skills)
- Service Documentation (Hard Skills)
- User Training (Soft Skills)
- Lab Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Technical Planning (Hard Skills)
- Electrical Controls (Hard Skills)
- Customer Interaction (Soft Skills)
8. Controls Technician, Eaton Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA
Job Summary:
- Work with engineering to verify drawings and designs.
- Wiring machines and building small control panels
- Responsible for electrical assembly of products following routine procedures and specifications.
- Effectively wire machinery using industrial wiring materials and methods to UL and NEC standards.
- Troubleshoot machinery and associated electrical systems.
- Soldering of cables, harnesses and sub-assemblies.
- Sets up and operates test equipment.
- Read and use electrical ladder diagrams, instruction manuals and other internal process documents
- Determines requirements and installs modifications as set forth by the customer and engineering department.
- Communicates problems/observations to engineering and manufacturing departments.
- Use hand tools and power tools to assemble units according to instructions, procedures and specifications.
- Work collaboratively with other assemblers, supervisors and engineers.
Skills on Resume:
- Drawing Verification (Hard Skills)
- Machine Wiring (Hard Skills)
- Electrical Assembly (Hard Skills)
- Troubleshooting Systems (Hard Skills)
- Soldering Expertise (Hard Skills)
- Test Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)
- Ladder Diagram Reading (Hard Skills)
- Collaborative Communication (Soft Skills)