Senior PLC Programmer (some Travel required)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary : Provides technical support, creates new programs, and researches new avenues of technological improvement and advancement for all automated systems.

The PLC programmer will also test and debug source code, provide onsite technical support and field service for customers.

Role qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent with experience will be considered

2+ years’ experience in PLC Programming or as a Junior PLC Programmer

Position responsibilities :

Write and debug effective and safe control programs that meet the requirements of the end user and the expectations of Tennessee Rand.

Maintain the quality of equipment shipped.

Follow Tennessee Rand Build Standards and Tennessee Rand Technical Guidelines, including deviation lists that may be provided to allow for customer specifications or requirements.

Ensure control programming of equipment and tooling is complete, safe, and functional.

Provide training and guidance to less experienced PLC technicians and programmers.

Meet requirements for internal runoffs, safety inspections, and other quality control procedures.

Clear communications with Project Management staff and supervisors on issues that may come up.

Design effective and detailed HMI screens that are neatly arranged for ease in understanding by end user operators and technical staff.

Lead projects and make sure everything is done on time and to the customer’s specifications.

Debugging of electrical systems as needed for operation of all machines.

Communicating with robot programmers on what is needed from them to make a project run smoothly.

Travel 40%+ including overnight.

Essential skills and experience :

Superior communications skills

Advanced C, C++ or Java Programming Skills

Highly proficient in all Allen Bradley software

Able to adapt to other PLC and HMI programs (ie. Siemens, Automation Direct, Mitsubishi, Omron)

Experience with RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000 and Factory Talkview

Advanced PC Based Computer Skills

Novice level experience with Motoman, Fanuc, Panasonic, and / or ABB programming structure

Electrical Debug Skills

Nonessential skills and preferred experience :

Reporting to this position :

Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S)

Understand the Company’s EHS Policy and how it relates to this job.

Be aware of OSHA & EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.

Work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner and observe all company EHS procedures

Company Description

Lincoln Electric is a $2.5B publicly traded company (NASDAQ) with over 10,000 employees around the world. With operations in over 40 manufacturing locations in 19 countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and poised to grow with our customers.

As a part of that continuing legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to the world’s challenges.

It is a great time to be part of the welding industry!

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become property of Lincoln Electric.

Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms. Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

Company Description

Lincoln Electric is a $2.5B publicly traded company (NASDAQ) with over 10,000 employees around the world. With operations in over 40 manufacturing locations in 19 countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and poised to grow with our customers.

r n r n r nAs a part of that continuing legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to the world’s challenges.

It is a great time to be part of the welding industry! r n r nLincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become property of Lincoln Electric.

Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms. Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.