Buzzi Unicem USA · 5 months ago
Automation Engineer
Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States, dedicated to sustainable production and quality. The Automation Engineer will design and develop control systems, implement automation processes, and maintain troubleshooting of control systems and machinery.
Mining & Metals
Responsibilities
Design and develop control systems and software programs
Implement and optimize automation processes
Maintain and troubleshoot control systems and machinery
Understand, maintain and troubleshoot Siemens control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, motor control systems, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
Write and troubleshoot programs in the HMI and Siemens PLC’s and make changes in logic and process controls within a cement manufacturing environment
Preventative/predictive maintenance of the control system, by focusing on optimization and reliability of equipment
Develop and implement maintenance schedule for all system hardware/software
Maintain detailed records of repairs and modifications to control logic
Maintain the plant computer network and servers
Work with other departments on plant automation and process optimization
Establish and maintain communication with suppliers, contractors and engineering firms as well as technical people within the plant and company
Be on call on a rotating basis to cover plant needs
Work on special projects assigned by the Maintenance or Production Manager
Relieve the CEMs Technician in times of absence
Function well in a team environment
Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus, to update drawings as needed
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation engineering or related technical field required
3 years of experience in the electrical or process control environment
Candidate should have strong HMI, PLC and instrumentation background
Strong process controls and electrical skills with emphasis on process optimization
Competency in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and P&ID drawings
Proven experience in PLC Logic and programming, as well as in HMI systems and related hardware/software
Ability to operate data acquisition/analysis systems and software
Preferred
Preferable cement process knowledge
Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus, to update drawings as needed
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible spending accounts
Supplemental life insurance
Accident and critical illness
401(k) savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement program
Professional development and advancement opportunities