PLC Technician at Defy Appliances

JOB PURPOSE

• PLC Technician specializing in troubleshooting and repairing complex PLC-controlled systems used to control production machinery and equipment.
• This role involves diagnosing equipment malfunctions, identifying root causes, modifying PLC programs, and performing electrical and electronic repairs to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• The PLC Technician will also be responsible for providing technical support to other maintenance personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, Maintain, and replace automation systems.
• Troubleshooting on non-functioning components including servos, sensors, VSDs and control components including pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Continuous improvement to plc programs as the business requirements change.
• Create, edit, and test recipes on all automated systems.
• Make backups of plc and HMI program as well as servo drives and VSD parameters and store in a safe place.
• Support process engineering department with scoping and implementation of new projects.
• Support on breakdowns when artisans are challenged on all disciplines.
• Maintain and verify calibration of equipment that are doing quality processes namely Electrical testing of finished products and leak and flow testing of gas products.
• Commissioning of new equipment and training operators.
• Design, develop, and program new PLC systems. Act as programming technical lead when required. Debug / repair equipment. Develop and implement standard engineering practices, as well as provide detailed documentation upon project completion and start-up.
• Work closely with manufacturing to minimize cycle times.
• Develop and implement standard engineering practices, as well as provide detailed documentation upon project completion and start-up.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIREMENT:

• N6 Trade Tested Qualification or Associate diploma/degree in a technical field with minimum 5 years’ experience in the Automation Field. Completed formal apprenticeship program in industrial electricity with a strong focus on PLC programming or equivalent experience.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in using maintenance management software (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Certifications from PLC manufacturers (e.g., Indra works, DELTA, Siemens, Mitsubishi) are highly valued. Including Rockwell Automation Certified Logix Programmer and Siemens Certified Automation Professional.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and use electrical testing equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) and knowledge of electrical safety codes and regulations.
• Understanding of industrial automation systems, including sensors, actuators, HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Understanding of process instrumentation, including pressure transmitters, flow meters, temperature sensors, and level sensors.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems quickly and effectively.