Automation Controls Technician

Job Requisition ID: 54692

Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPT_MFGOP)

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

We are #EnergizedByGrowth.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Automation Controls Technician

To develop robust customized industrial automation solutions for manufacturing and testing with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

Job Duties:

• Evaluate opportunities for automation to establish requirements
• Develop plan (BOM, time schedule) for controls implementation
• Build and install control panel, sensors, actuators and safety devices (e.g. guarding, light curtains, opto-touch)
• Program Robots, PLC, and HMI as required
• Work with cross-functional team including production, engineers, and tool makers to integrate automation solution into complete machine package
• Document logic sequence, schematics, and project information that can be read by others
• Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair
• Develop enhancements and improvements to existing machines
• Participate in automation/machine development projects from outside suppliers
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Required skills:

• Safety best practices and equipment
• Fanuc Robot, Allen-Bradley PLC, and HMI logic and programming
• Setup machine network connectivity (ethernet, IP, subnet) for remote monitoring
• Knowledge of a variety of industrial equipment including industrial robots, hydraulics, pneumatics, relays, sensors, cylinders, drives, motors, pumps
• Test equipment and laser marking integration
• Organizational skills to implement projects based on priorities
• Excellent communications skills to learn and share

Minimum requirements:

• 2-year technical degree
• 10 years’ experience in industrial automation

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance.
• Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact dfs.hrinquiries@doverfs.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : North Carolina : Smithfield

Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations