Position Scope

The PLC Programmer role is primarily responsible for the design of industrial electrical systems for FPS machines. The role requires the incumbent to be capable in the automation programming process from conceptualization through testing, analysis and refinement to implementation.

The candidate must employ good working knowledge of PLC programming principles and troubleshooting techniques to balance company cost with customer value. The ideal candidate will have an Electrical Engineering background, an excellent personality, superior communication skills, and be open-minded to new ideas and challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design industrial freezers and food processing equipment systems and hygienic design concepts
• Develop and maintain design drawings, programs, documents, machine function description, process, and design versions using Program Logic Control PLC/HMI software in our FPS Autodesk Vault application
• Set up VFDs, servo and instrument systems
• Provide technical support and liaise between internal field support and shop staff in all facets of design and execution
• Ensure all specifications & functions are met, optimizing cost, utilization of material and resources as part of the functional design in the freezer industry
• Verify the designs meet original design requirements from concept, analysis, modification, manufacturing inspection, installation, and testing, to final commissioning
• Work in compliance with all FPS administrative, health & safety policies and standard operation procedures
• Provide guideline and support for junior staff members
• Overseas travel to customer project sites as and when required
• Travel domestically or/and internationally to customer sites as and when required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and abilities

• Degree in Control system, Electrical Engineering, or software development.
• 3+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering for Control Systems 
• An in-depth knowledge of several brands of PLCs with emphasis on Rockwell systems.
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to meet quick deadlines and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment