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Hargrove Engineers & Constructors PLC Technician in Freeport, Texas
Who We Are
Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.
Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.
Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.
Hargrove Engineers and Constructors is looking for a motivated, team player to join our on-site team in Freeport, TX. The PLC Technician would work alongside our client in their mission to create sustainable and emission free equipment used in chemical plants. Ideal candidate will have direct programming experience in a control room.
What You'll Be Doing
Job Scope:
Create new and update existing preventative maintenance procedures for PLC/SIS and DCS equipment (Foxboro IA or EVO DCS, Allen Bradley(RS Logix and/Studio5000) and Triconex)
Coordinate with contractors, onsite DCS Technicians, PLC Technicians, SIS engineers and Controls Engineers
Maintain an updated database of all PLC/SIS, DCS computers, 1/0 Hardware, network switches and software for lifecycle/obsolescence monitoring for use in upgrades and project planning.
Coordinate with contractors, onsite DCS Technicians, PLC Technicians, SIS engineers and Controls Engineers for all projects, upgrades, repairs and preventative maintenance procedures.
Coordinate with contractors, onsite DCS Technicians, PLC Technicians, SIS engineers and Controls Engineers for Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing for all PLC/SIS and DCS system projects/upgrades.
Install, troubleshoot and configure PLC/SIS and DCS computers/servers and network switches (Enterasys and Extreme).
This role will be required to be on-call as maintenance/operational needs arise after hours.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
Knowledge and application of the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Expert working knowledge of Foxboro IA or EVO DCS, Allen Bradley(RS Logix and/Studio5000) and Triconex skillsets.
Ability to perform lighting level calculations.
Ability to size wire, conduit and overcurrent protection for both lighting and power applications.
Ability to perform voltage drop calculations.
Ability to route conduit and cable tray.
Ability to calculate tray and conduit fill.
Ability to determine motor control center loading.
Ability to create accurate electrical installation documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all electrical deliverables.
Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
Ability to determine construction material quantities.
Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Good presentation skills.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time
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Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.
We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.
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