**Automation & Controls Engineer - Richmond, VA**
Are you a proactive problem-solver with an affinity for sophisticated automation systems? A leading company in the Food and Beverage sector is seeking a dedicated **Automation & Controls Engineer** to become an integral part of their maintenance team. Based out of vibrant Richmond, Virginia, this permanent position offers the chance to work within one of America's historical hubs while advancing your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot complex issues involving PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers).
- Maintain HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems ensuring peak operational performance.
- Provide expert handling and support for servo motors which are essential components in precision control tasks.
- Oversee drives that form critical parts of motion control applications.
- Manage VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), crucial for energy efficiency and motor control.
Qualifications:
- *PLC Knowledge*: Ability to diagnose faults and program logic controllers used across various industrial settings - key in maintaining continuous operations without costly downtime.
- *HMI Expertise*: Competence with interfaces that allow human operators effectively interact with machinery will be pivotal as it ensures smooth operation processes.
- *Servo Motor Familiarity*: Experience working on these specialized electric devices means precise movement within production lines remains consistent under your watchful eye.
- *Drive Maintenance Capability:* Your skill set should include proficiency dealing not just mechanically but also programmatically with drive mechanisms - vital cogs keeping conveyor belts rolling smoothly along their tracks!
- *VFD Understanding:* An understanding how variable frequency drives function gives you leverage when optimizing power consumption whilst safeguarding mechanical integrity during speed variations.
- AS or BS degree in electrical engineering - preferred
This role demands technical prowess combined heartily alongside strong analytical skills; if stepping into such dynamic shoes excites you then we invite you apply today! Join us at our forward-thinking establishment where each day presents unique challenges ripe opportunity growth development!
