Industrial Drives Automation Specialist

Summary

L & S Electric, Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Industrial Drives Automation Specialist to support industrial automation projects. The role designs and commissions drive and control systems, troubleshoots electrical and communications systems, develops documentation, trains customers, and supervises equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• Designing systems that include but are not limited to drives, PLCs, and intelligent electronic devices
• Performing point-to-point wiring checks for electrical circuit testing
• Servicing, testing, and commissioning drives and other equipment for industrial automation projects
• Troubleshooting control circuits, communications systems, and protection systems for low-voltage drives
• Developing project documentation
• Providing customer training
• Supervising the installation of drives and other equipment for industrial automation projects
• Delivering accurate and timely work
• All other duties as assigned by management

Skills

• Degree in Electrical Power or 5 years of relevant experience
• Ability to read prints and control/protection schemes
• Proficient computer, phone, written, and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work on a flexible schedule based on client/customer needs
• Simultaneously execute multiple projects
• Utilize the L&S Electric ISO system to ensure quality products and services
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Display a positive can-do attitude
• Fluent in the English language
• Valid driver's license
• 25% to 30% national and local travel with overnight stay
• On-call duty is required, approximately six times per year
• Home office in Wausau, WI
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekdays, and weekends to meet customer service requirements
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, crawling, and reaching frequently
• Occasional lifting of heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.)
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation
• Must be able to adhere to applicable safety practices for the site
• Uneven or slippery walking surfaces
• Able to wear proper PPE (i.e. hearing protection, safety glasses, hard hat, etc.)
• Prior experience in a similar position
• Electrical, mechanical, and software aptitude
• Experience with electrical control panels

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Degree in Electrical Power or 5 years of relevant experience
• Ability to read prints and control/protection schemes
• Proficient computer, phone, written, and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work on a flexible schedule based on client/customer needs
• Simultaneously execute multiple projects
• Utilize the L&S Electric ISO system to ensure quality products and services
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Display a positive can-do attitude
• Fluent in the English language
• Valid driver's license
• 25% to 30% national and local travel with overnight stay
• On-call duty is required, approximately six times per year
• Home office in Wausau, WI
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekdays, and weekends to meet customer service requirements
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, crawling, and reaching frequently
• Occasional lifting of heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.)
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation
• Must be able to adhere to applicable safety practices for the site
• Uneven or slippery walking surfaces
• Able to wear proper PPE (i.e. hearing protection, safety glasses, hard hat, etc.)

Nice to Haves

• Prior experience in a similar position
• Electrical, mechanical, and software aptitude
• Experience with electrical control panels

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with generous match.
• 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.
• Safety glasses and shoe programs.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost.