About the role
Job Description
This position will maintain and develop the process control systems of the Haile Gold Operation.
JOB RESPONSIBILITES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Responsible for all control systems including programmable controllers, data acquisition systems, operator interfaces and communications networks. * Monitoring and optimization of control system performance to achieve optimum process plant stability. * Providing assistance to electrical and instrumentation staff with faultfinding of electrical, control system and instrumentation faults. * Providing mentoring and training to process plant technical staff. * Implementation of systems for version control, code and data backup and system recovery. * Assist technical staff with development of control system strategies for plant improvement projects. * Design and implement new systems for plant expansion projects. * Development of operational SOP’s for critical PLC functions * Modify and update HMI’s * Optimize existing control strategies – ACE and Virtual instruments * Advance plant Automation and control to minimize operator interaction
Planning:
* Develop a strategy for expanding the control system with the expanding asset. * Implement a process of continuous improvement of the process control and operating framework.
Other:
* Carries out all other duties that may reasonably be required safety and effectively
Qualifications
Education:
* Electrical Engineering Degree Preferred
Experience:
* 3-5 years’ experience in process control systems. * Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) * Proficient with Wonderware InTouch SCADA system. * Proficient with Schneider Quantum & M580 PLCs and Unity Pro software. * Understanding of Rockwell RSLogix and RTView Studio packages * Understanding of OSISoft PI software. * Working knowledge of industrial communications and networking methods.
Additional Information
Physical Requirements:
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see. * Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday. * Occasionally may be required to work early morning or evening hours to meet global organizational needs. * Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity. * Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
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