Solutions Engineer - PLC Programmer (Travel)

$79,900 - $137,100/Yr

Siemens - Grand Prairie, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Grand Prairie, TX

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Solutions Engineer - PLC Programmer at Siemens is responsible for designing and implementing energy management and monitoring solutions, integrating hardware and software for electrical power monitoring. This role involves working with various communication protocols and programming languages to support automation systems, ensuring adherence to safety procedures and project guidelines. The position requires travel up to 50% for field training and troubleshooting, making it essential for the candidate to possess strong technical skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Implements hardware and software for energy management/monitoring solutions and Sm@rtGear Apparatus.
• Understands and applies safety procedures.
• Follows basic standard project documentation for project completion.
• Identifies problems as they occur and takes proactive steps to solve them.
• Independently performs basic tasks and functions for professional field work.
• Prepares explanations to enable proper interpretation/evaluation of specifications, performance characteristics, or other technical data.
• Ensures adherence to defined guidelines, processes, and procedures for project creation by reviewing engineering schematics.
• Writes standard and customized SOO and test procedures based on customer specifications.
• Supports the Test and Quality control team at the manufacturing floor environment in testing and troubleshooting Sm@rtGear jobs.
• Works with the Test and Quality control team to identify issues related to automation.
• Reviews schematics for circuit breakers controls, PLC automation systems, and network architecture.
• Remotely supports site solution engineers and other site technicians in troubleshooting automation related issues.
• Composes integration of third-party devices into PLC Program.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in engineering, Computer Information Systems, or similar technical related field.
• 3 plus years of prior professional experience in Automation Systems, Testing and Solutions.
• Experience with serial communications (i.e. RS 485) and conversions to TCP/IP.
• Experience with communication protocols: Modbus, Profibus, OPC.
• Network, Communication Protocols, and Troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge and experience with multiple operating systems including servers.
• Experience working with TIA Portal environment with Step 7 and WinCC Professional and Unified Engineering.
• Experience with S7 PLC Redundancy.
• Experience with DIGSI and Siprotec Relays.
• Proficient with various programming languages, Ladder, C++, SCL, etc.
• Experience creating custom graphics for use with HMI GUI.
• Must possess the ability to travel up to 50% for providing field training.
• Must be eligible to work in the US with no sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as work with other groups or teams.
• In-depth PLC programming experience.
• In-depth experience with Utilities, Metering, and/or Networking (TCP/IP, Modbus, Profibus).
• Time and task management skills (e.g., Project Manager, Project Engineer).

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits
• Competitive salary range of $79,900 - $137,100 based on experience and location.