Mohawk Industries · 1 day ago
Automation Engineering Technician (Mount Gilead, North Carolina, United States, 27306)
Mount Gilead, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer committed to providing innovative solutions and sustainable manufacturing. The Automation Engineering Technician will troubleshoot, install, and maintain automation and control systems, providing technical support to manufacturing operations.
Commercial Real EstateConstructionManufacturingResidential
Hiring Manager
Nick Trotter
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots, installs, or replaces programmable automation and controls equipment
Troubleshoots, installs, or replaces variable frequency drives in stand-alone applications as well as integrating into existing systems
Solves process control related problems (control cycles, PID loops) in existing programs
Troubleshoots automation networks (Controls component as well as servers – client network)
Supports manufacturing process by providing technical support for manufacturing operations
Installs, replaces and calibrates field instrumentation including RTDs, thermocouples, flow meters, and pressure transducers, stand-alone PID controllers, web guiders, Thickness measurements
Orders needed parts for replacements or upgrades and checks up on delivery dates
Handles small improvement projects (1 to 10 sensors/actors) from start to finish. This includes ordering parts, installation, and programming
Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision
Follow all established standard operating procedures
Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary
Perform other tasks assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or its equivalency in electrical technology from accredited school or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and experience to perform the essential functions of the job
Demonstrated proficiency in process/control automation
Five or more years recent experience in repairing, maintaining, and installing electrical equipment, systems or application
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and publications
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office (Mail, Word, Excel, Powerpoint), CAD, ladder logic software, HMI development software and other systems
In-depth knowledge of the electrical code, most effective technology
Proficient in using all applicable tools and equipment
Ability to read and understand technical documents and instructions such as blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder logic programming, troubleshooting and repair manuals
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists
Ability to train other team members through OJT
Good interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customer and to build effective working relationship with diverse work groups
Must be able to use standard electrical test equipment
Proficient in performing basic math calculations such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure, including fractions and decimals
Must be willing to travel for training when deemed necessary
Ability to perform well in a team spanning multiple departments
Display workmanship and cleanliness in the workplace on the job
This position requires the team member to work with machinery in an environment where there may be regular exposure to chemicals, noise from machinery, dust, fumes, and variable temperatures
Must be able to climb and work up to 100 feet
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.; bending, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs are required
Other working conditions may include working long hours and flexible shifts, including holidays
The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, and use hands to feel objects, tools, or controls
The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Eye protection required
Respirator use is required in some areas
Hearing protection required
Company
Mohawk Industries
Mohawk Industries is a flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$600M2023-09-11Post Ipo Debt· $600M
1992-04-10IPO
Leadership Team
James Brunk
Chief Financial Officer
Jeffrey Lorberbaum
President
Recent News
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