Cemex · 13 hours ago
ENGINEER ELECTRICAL AUTOMATION
Victorville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCEMEX is a global building materials company founded in 1906, providing high quality products and reliable service. The Electrical Automation Engineer position will support efforts to upgrade and troubleshoot existing control systems to optimize plant operations and efficiency across manufacturing units.
Industrial
Responsibilities
Design and implementation of control strategies based on plant manufacturing processes needs and company vision
Work within the team to help multi-faceted upgrades to existing plant controls systems including personnel, programming, HMI and budgeting etc
Review the existing hardware architecture for PLC-based control systems, analog and digital I/O systems and hardware, supporting equipment, and design improvements as needed
Program PLC and DCS control systems, primarily using the Control Logix, Siemens, GE, SCL500 and PLC5
Must have the ability to learn FLS ASYS function blocks for the PLC and corresponding HMI graphic objects for the HMI
Design and create custom PLC code and HMI graphic objects as needed to integrate sub-system PLCs with the main control system in a way that presents a common interface to the operator
Coordinate control system startup, checkout, and commissioning activities with the project manager or team leader
Update documentation and backup all the control system applications
Participate control system upgrade meetings and develop the strategy at a large cement manufacturing facility as per company standards
Mentor and supervise younger Engineers or interns
Experience with engineering and developing PLC code using the FLS ASYS function block system and Rockwell system integrator design suite
Travel is required to attend the meetings and upgrades within the US as needed
Self-starter and ability to work in both teams as well as independently
Comply with all company policies and safety regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering/ Computer science, or another Engineering degree with related experience in controls and automation
Must have the proficiency in English Language
Must have troubleshooting skills
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in industrial manufacturing
Must have proven knowledge, learning ability and experience in writing PLC logic, developing programs and troubleshooting for various existing PLC systems including Rockwell Allen Bradley/Siemens/GE/FLS ASYS function block etc
Experience with communication protocols, Profinet, Profibus, I/O link, TCP/IP, RS 232, and RS 485 etc
Prior experience in interfacing PLCs to a SQL database using an OPC UA interfacing
Must have knowledge of basic electrical systems, motor controls, and instrumentation like flow meter, solenoid and level sensors etc
Must be able to read and understand engineering CAD drawings including P&ID, interconnection, and elementary drawings
Ability to work cooperatively within the team as well as independently
Open to travel within US (30%-40%)
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, background check and FMCSA (if required)
Preferred
Familiarity with computer networking and communication systems, particularly as they relate to automation systems, cisco network certification will be preferred
Experience in Cement, concrete, and aggregate manufacturing
Knowledge of distributed control systems (DCS), Control Logix programming
Knowledge of historian database systems (FactoryTalk / OSIsoft-Pi / Canary data/AVEVA/Yokogawa) and data interfacing
Familiarity with AutoCAD or other CAD software
Ability to review, design and layout the control panels
Experience with other HMI systems in a client/server configuration
Project management skills
Benefits
Health, dental & vision plans
Vacation or paid time off
Employee assistance program
Retirement plan options
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Comprehensive wellness program
Company
Cemex
Cemex is a global industry leader in producing and supplying cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, and urbanization solutions.
10001+ employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jaime Muguiro
CEO CEMEX USA
Maher Al-Haffar
Chief Financial Officer
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