Automation and Control Technician

GFT is seeking an Automation and Control Technician to join our Building and Places Business Group in Mechanicsburg PA!

This role follows requiring regular attendance at our Mechanicsburg PA office.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Automation and Control Technician who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• PLC programming using IEC 61131 standards
• Control system architecture/networking design
• Server architecture design and configuration using virtual servers with redundancy capability
• Webserver server setup and configuration
• Understanding and translation of PLC control and hardwired relay panel design drawings and BOMs
• Knowledge of all major communication and I/O protocols
• SCADA / HMI programming development
• Process Historian database and reporting systems
• Batch process and PID loops
• Ability to understand control narratives and translate into field programming
• Conduct factory and field testing of automation systems
• Panel fabrication in a UL certified environment
• Field wiring & troubleshooting experience for small to complex control systems
• Life Sciences GMP Validation & Commissioning support

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Minimum Associates Degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 4-5 years progressive experience in automation and controls
• Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major automation projects.
• Must be familiar with UL 508A standards
• Familiar with working in restricted GMP ISO areas and general understanding of the Life Sciences and manufacturing industries
• Experienced with validated cGMP systems and CFR Title 21 Part 11, 210, and 211 requirements.
• Proficiient with AB Rockwell Automation, GE, Modicon, and Control Microsystems PLC platforms 
• Proficient with GE, Rockwell Automation, Wonderware HMI / SCADA  and OIT platforms
• Proficient wiht OSI PI, Aspen, Rockwell historian, GE process historians
• Proficient with VMWare, HyperV, and Docker
• Proficient with Win911, RACO alarm dialer systems
• Proficient with RSLinx, Kepserver, Archestra
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Proficient with Microsoft SQL server and other relational databases
• Proficient with XLReporter, FT VantagePoint, SSRS Reporting applications
• Familiar with Autodesk AutoCAD and modeling applications
• Ability to be onsite and travel to client locations as project assignments require in the central PA region.
• Strong communication skills
• Will regularly interface with clients and multidisciplinary project team members
• Must have a positive attitude to excellence, continual improvement, and innovation
• Must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs.
• Must be proficient using electrical hand tools and multi meters

What we prefer you bring: 

• Industrial networking, routing, and firewalls is a plus
• Server architecture and database experience is a plus
• Studio5000
• FactoryTalk Suite
• VMWare / Docker
• Electrical hand skills and knowledge in a automation environment
• OHSA safety training is a plus

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $75,000 - $95,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.