Simpson Strong-Tie · 5 months ago
Maintenance Technician - Robotics & Control Systems
McKinney, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$27.84/hr - $44.52/hr
5+ years expSimpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. The Maintenance Technician will support production and operation needs by developing, troubleshooting, and maintaining automation and material handling equipment, with a focus on project installation and execution.
Building MaterialCustomer ServiceIndustrialManufacturingWholesale
Responsibilities
Create and maintain all robot and automation controls programs for all equipment
Implement automation opportunities for cost savings
Maintain robotic, control systems, and safety control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
Maintain all PLC and software, plant wide
Integrate existing and new equipment, as needed
Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot Motor Controls, including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
Troubleshoot industrial electrical, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems
Assist in the mechanical maintenance of equipment, as needed
Support resources for guidance and assistance, and provide assistance to peers, as needed
Communicate technical issues to facilities and operations management
Train and educate fellow team members on PLC Controls and Robotic Programming and any additional skills deemed necessary to improve the department
Back up for plant maintenance repairs and troubleshooting between projects
Qualification
Required
Create and maintain all robot and automation controls programs for all equipment
Implement automation opportunities for cost savings
Maintain robotic, control systems, and safety control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
Maintain all PLC and software, plant wide
Integrate existing and new equipment, as needed
Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot Motor Controls, including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
Troubleshoot industrial electrical, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems
Assist in the mechanical maintenance of equipment, as needed
Support resources for guidance and assistance, and provide assistance to peers, as needed
Communicate technical issues to facilities and operations management
Train and educate fellow team members on PLC Controls and Robotic Programming and any additional skills deemed necessary to improve the department
Back up for plant maintenance repairs and troubleshooting between projects
Certificate or Degree in electronic technology or related field or equivalent experience
5 years of experience in systems controls and PLC Programming in an industrial environment
Troubleshooting and repair of punch presses or related manufacturing equipment
Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems
Experience with advanced automation controls systems
Experience with programming industrial robots
1 year of systems trainer or training experience
Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Studio 5000
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
Demonstrated sustained work ability in a fast-paced production environment
Inspect and verify conformance to specifications
Communicate effectively with co-workers
Listen with full attention to what other people are saying
Maintain a collaborative approach in dealing with other Simpson Strong-Tie employees
Demonstrate a genuine commitment to reach mutually beneficial solutions
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications
Ability to utilize MS Office and Teams to effectively complete work
Benefits
Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe *all* employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.
Company
Simpson Strong-Tie
A leader in structural systems research and technology, Simpson Strong-Tie is one of the world's largest suppliers of structural building products.
5001-10000 employees
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Executive Vice President, Innovation
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