Job Requirements
Why work for us?
Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we are delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.
With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.
Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with a global reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we are always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and development:
- Creating and developing PLC programs for new and existing systems.
- Designing electrical circuits for low voltage, medium voltage, and AC/DC applications, ensuring compliance with design standards.
- Working on electrical and control systems defined in construction documentation or product specifications.
- Developing documentation sets including Bill of Materials (BoM), schematics, wire/conduit schedules, and other drawing details.
- Programming and implementation:
- Programming and troubleshooting PLCs/Drives from various manufacturers (e.g., Siemens, Lenze).
- Developing and maintaining HMI terminals for user interaction with controllers.
- Troubleshooting custom control circuits, including various voltages, Input/Output (I/O) signaling, communication networks, and safety circuits.
- Performing I/O checkout and communication setup of control systems.
- Loading firmware and setting up communications.
- Experience with various communication protocols specifically TCP/IP, Profibus, and ProfiNet
- Commissioning release of production lines to production post system upgrades/installations.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance:
- Diagnosing and resolving complex automation logic issues using platforms like Siemens
- Conducting scheduled system checks and maintenance activities.
- Bench Testing components such as drives, control modules and PLC hardware.
- Providing technical assistance for 24/7 operations.
- Ensuring compliance with validation protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Optimization and improvement:
- Optimizing PLC performance to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reliability.
- Manage aged component upgrades.
- Collaborating with production and engineering teams to implement system enhancements.
- Collaboration and communication:
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including production teams, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, process engineers, and quality engineers.
- Providing technical support and training to electrical and mechanical technicians.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Education:
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- Relevant experience will be considered.
- Experience:
- Proven experience in PLC programming and HMI development, preferably in an industrial environment.
- Hands-on experience with various PLC and HMI brands, such as Siemens Step 5, Simatic Manager, and TIA Portal.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in PLC programming languages, especially ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text.
- Familiarity with HMI development.
- Knowledge of industrial control systems and automation technologies.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Profibus, and ProfiNet .
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
- Familiarity with machine safety standards and best practices, including safety PLCs and risk assessment requirements.
- Experience with control system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
- Experience with Autifa, Trustler, Dilo Carding Systems
- Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to coach/mentor electrical and mechanical technicians.
- Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.
