Automation and Controls Engineer

Job Description Job Summary:R/S Electric is an Electrical Contractor whose installation and design-build expertise is exceeded only by our commitment to serve and deliver for our clients, including industrial and manufacturing facilities, healthcare, pharmaceutical, grain elevators, water and wastewater treatment, power generation, colleges/universities, utility projects and alternative energy such as solar and wind. This position will work primarily out of our St. Joseph, MO location. Duties/Responsibilities:Program automated machinery using programmable logic controllers (PLC), create design schematics, write and install computer programs, and test the efficacy of the installed program.Electrical controls troubleshooting and repair involving 24VDC, 120VAC, and 480VACSafety controls troubleshooting & repairElectric motor troubleshootingInstrumentation setup and calibrationElectrical control systems design Knowledge & Experience Requirements:3-5 years extensive electrical controls troubleshooting, 24vdc, 120vac, and 480vac is requiredSafety controlsElectric motor troubleshootingInstrumentation setup and calibrationElectrical control systems designAC variable frequency drivesDC drivesPLC'sHMI (SCADA)PanelviewsExperience with the following software is strongly preferred:FactoryTalk View ME, SEFactoryTalk Studio, RS 5000RS Logix 5RS Logix 500RS LinxRS NetworxMicrosoft OfficeAutoCAD ElectricaliFixWonderware (InTouch) & (System Platform) Required Skills/Abilities:· Communication skills, written and verbal· Ability to follow / interpret instructions· Ability to perform manual labor / meet physical requirements· Interpersonal skills· Ability to work a flexible / irregular schedule· Analytical and problem-solving skills· Ability to work independently and as a part of a team· Possess a good attitude and a positive work ethic· Time and task management skills· Organizational skills / attention to detail Education and Experience, and Certifications:· High School diploma or equivalent required.· Certification or Associate's Degree from an accredited technical school preferred Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and are required to consent to a background check. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather performing physically demanding tasks and must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds. The location for this position is the St. Joseph / Kansas City area. Candidates must live in the St Joseph / Kansas City area or be willing to relocate at own expense. Company DescriptionR/S Electric is an Electrical Contractor whose installation and design-build expertise is exceeded only by our commitment to serve and deliver for our clients, including industrial facilities and process, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, grain elevators, water and waste water treatment, power generation, colleges/universities, utility projects and alternative energy such as solar and wind.Company DescriptionR/S Electric is an Electrical Contractor whose installation and design-build expertise is exceeded only by our commitment to serve and deliver for our clients, including industrial facilities and process, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, grain elevators, water and waste water treatment, power generation, colleges/universities, utility projects and alternative energy such as solar and wind.