Automation and Control Specialist – Exempt Position

City Electric Supply (CES)

Looking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly, motivated, and passionate about providing incredible customer service.

About City Electric Supply

CES is a family-owned electrical wholesaler with the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. Our "customer service first" core value has allowed us to grow continually for over 75 years while keeping our founding principle of empowering people to make local business decisions. CES now employs more than 7,400 people at over 1,100 branches worldwide, of which there are over 700 branches across North America. Our vision is to add 30-35 branches a year, while staying true to our Company values.

Job Summary

As a part of the Industrial Automation Solutions (IAS) team, the Automation and Control Specialist is responsible for designing, programming, installing, and troubleshooting industrial control systems (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, networks). This involves hands-on troubleshooting, project management, documentation, training, and collaborating with other specialists as well as field sales and support teams.

Essential Job Functions

• Applies safe work practices during all work activities.
• Develops and configures PLC/HMI/SCADA systems while integrating VFDs, servo drives, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, Modbus, etc.).
• Installs, tests, and starts up new control systems and modifications, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex electrical/control issues while minimizing downtime for PLCs, instruments, and networks.
• Provides technical training, support, and expertise to operators and technicians, acting as a liaison for customers.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relations with customers, coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to obtain all necessary Siemens certifications (position-dependent).
• Serves as the SME for all Siemens industrial automation products, supporting account managers, branches, and customers in developing industrial automation products.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Educational background in electrical engineering. Extensive experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Professional background in controls engineering and automation.
• Proficient in Siemens, Allen Bradley, Fanuc, ABB, and related technologies.
• Network proficiency in Ethernet/IP, SCADA, DCS integral systems, and others.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems and safety standards.

Competencies

• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to design, program, and troubleshoot complex industrial control systems across multiple platforms.
• Effective communicator with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Detail oriented with a solid understanding of safety standards and quality requirements in industrial environments.
• Self motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Collaborative team player who works well across sales, technical, and support functions.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.

• 401(k) company match program.

• Telehealth.

• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.

• Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.

• Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Mental, physical, and financial wellness.

• Auto and Home Insurance discount.

• Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.

• Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.

• Employee Discount Program.

• Training Programs.

• Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.

• In some jurisdictions, state or local laws address sick leave or other leaves of absence. The Company complies with all such laws. This policy shall apply only to the extent it does not conflict with applicable law.

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing.  The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.   

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EEO Statement 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.  We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

Attention Applicants

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or if you have difficulty accessing or using the online application process and need an alternative method, please contact us at HRServices@cityelectricsupply.com or 1-855-571-2477.

City Electric Supply is a drug free workplace. For further information about CES, visit our website at www.cityelectricsupply.com.