PLC Technician - Relocation Assistance
SST Direct
- Birmingham, AL
- $95,000-110,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Base Schedule: M-F, 8am - 5pm (Must be available for occasional off-shift or weekend support as needed for production)Essential Responsibilities:
PLC & Automation Support
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Siemens PLC/HMI systems and associated automation controls
- Lead programming efforts for new installations, modifications, and process improvements
- Analyze, test, and debug PLC code to ensure reliable, validated production performance
- Maintain and document changes to PLC logic, programs, specifications, and electrical schematics
- Provide technical assistance on control system errors, alarms, and performance issues
- Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on high-speed packaging equipment
- Support daily maintenance tasks including installations, repairs, and preventive maintenance
- Identify root causes of system faults and recommend/implement solutions for improved uptime
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to drive equipment optimization
- Assist in maintaining production-related IT infrastructure including HMI interfaces, server backups, and equipment communications
- Install, configure, and support industrial computers, telephony, and peripheral systems
- Ensure compliance with IT standards for pharmaceutical production systems
- Provide on-site technical support, training, and collaboration during international visits
- Create and update SOPs, PM tasks, change controls, and technical documentation for PLC systems
- Participate in safety, quality, and compliance audits as required by cGMP and internal procedures
- Provide technical training for operations and maintenance personnel on automated systems
- Participate in capital projects and system upgrades related to automation and process control
- Identify and recommend automation improvements tied to yield, throughput, and reliability
- Support lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives as applicable
- Support shared automation and maintenance responsibilities across company plants in Germany
- Coordinate with international teams on standardization, best practices, and equipment optimization
- Travel to Germany approximately 15–20% of the time, estimated at 4 trips per year for 1–2 weeks per trip
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in industrial PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens strongly preferred).
- Hands-on experience with Siemens S7, TIA Portal, WinCC, or equivalent HMI software.
- Proficiency with industrial control systems including VFDs, sensors, relays, and safety circuits.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical diagrams.
- Familiarity with cGMP, FDA, or regulated manufacturing environments is a strong plus.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production setting.
While performing the duties of this job, this team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, this team member is working within normal manufacturing conditions at a moderate noise level. On occasion they may need to perform some duties within the hot, dusty, or cramped areas. Additional PPE is required.Once you apply, please text "PLC" to 904-712-6140 for a faster reply.INDHPowered by JazzHR