Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in Augusta, GA

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Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Bold. Innovative. Visionary.

These qualities best describe employees who work for Ingevity. At Ingevity, our people are the foundation of our success. Our culture is fast-paced - we are committed to driving success safely in the markets in which we participate. We prize creativity and imagination and our innate curiosity means we're always looking for a better, smarter way of doing things. We are passionate about our customers' success and focused relentlessly on achieving a leading edge in a competitive global marketplace at our Waynesboro, GA site. The Instrument/Electrical Technician will provide support for electrical and instrumentation maintenance, PLCs, troubleshooting of ladder logic programming, SCADA and motion control equipment. The Instrument/Electrical Technician will work primarily day shift, but must be able to work night shift as needed. Also, respond to call-ins and work after normal working hours as needed.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT Ingevity

* Troubleshoot instrument and electrical problems and perform root cause analysis in partnership with operations and engineering to solve problems and make improvements.

* Test and calibrate digital and analog controls, and plant instruments such as flow, pressure, temperature, mass, pH, level, density and motion controls.

* Knowledge of machine controls, sensors, I/O, and drives.

* Advanced knowledge with PLC's, ladder logic, structured text, PID Loops, or similar.

* Ensure operation of machinery and electrical systems by completing preventive maintenance requirements.

* Ability to follow diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturers instruction and engineering specifications.

* Analyze maintenance procedures and work with maintenance trainer to help develop and implement training, new work instructions and practices.

* Document work performed on the facility to build equipment history. Reviews equipment repair history for PM/PD creation or changes to current practices.

* Follow all organizational policies, procedures and rules, ensuring all laws are obeyed, safety and environmental protection are practiced.

* Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.

* Attend and participates in required training; trains others in areas of proficiency or expertise.

* Self-starter attitude with a willingness to proactively identify and correct potential machine issues.

* Additional job duties as required.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

* Education: High School diploma/GED required,

* Prerequisite of 5 years of instrument/electrical maintenance related experience is required.

* Able to lift 50 pounds

* Ability to travel up to 10 days per year

* Able to operate mobile equipment

* Ability to work independently and within a team

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.