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Amentum · 4 months ago

Control Technician - Electrical

US-VA-Chantilly

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Amentum is a company that provides various services and solutions, and they are seeking a Control Technician - Electrical. The role involves installing, maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting electrical and control systems, ensuring their proper functionality and compliance with safety standards.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Read, interpret, and troubleshoot site E&C system deficiencies using electrical schematics, loop diagrams, control logics, mechanical drawings, and piping & instrument diagrams (P&IDs). Troubleshoot indiscriminately both the mechanical and electrical sides of systems. Maintain as-built logics, control loop diagrams, and documentation for all assigned systems

Install, program, troubleshoot, calibrate, tune, preventive and predictive maintenance (condition monitoring), replace and repair all assigned E&C systems and all associated electrical, electronic, electropneumatic, and electro-mechanical components, including instrumentation and end-elements

Troubleshoot hardware and software problems; perform simple programming, data base changes, and alarm log reviews; perform and maintain system back-ups and history database files; develop and install graphics to enhance operation and maintenance; and perform miscellaneous administrative functions as directed by E&C Engineer on site’s microprocessor-based central control systems

Program and troubleshoot ladder logic, both in hard-wired relays and PLC, for control systems

Adjust control system parameters as required and/or directed by E&C Engineer

Perform startup and checkout of newly installed E&C systems prior to operations turnover

Complete ADC’s as required

Direct repair personnel as assigned

Provide technical support as required to the E&C Engineer in the performance of his/her duties

Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Journeyman Electrical LicensePLC programmingElectrical schematics interpretationElectro-pneumatics experienceCalibrationMaintenanceMotor control centers repairHigh voltage experienceSafety trainingSoft skills

Required

Journeyman Electrical License

Working experience in electrical, industrial electronics, and electro-pneumatics

Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot using electrical schematics, loop diagrams, control logics, mechanical drawings, and piping & instrument diagrams (P&ID's)

Five years working experience with 120VAC

Working knowledge of PLC programming. Must be able to read, interpret, and troubleshoot ladder logic from computer terminal

Knowledgeable in direct digital control (DDC) and other forms of electronic controls

Hands-on experience in calibration and maintenance of electronic and / or electro-pneumatic control system equipment

Hands-on experience in repair and troubleshooting of motor control centers and variable frequency drives (VFD's)

Ability to quickly learn operating and control systems for principal site-specific systems including, but not limited to, the electrical distribution system, turbine generators, chillers, boilers, incinerators, and HVAC equipment

Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions

A willingness to work rotational shift if necessary, including days, evenings, and nights, as well as, overtime, on-call, call-ins, weekends, and holidays

Two years' experience in maintenance and repair on commercial/industrial/residential building equipment to include, but not limited to: cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers

Two years working experience with high voltage up to 15,000VAC, preferred

High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required