HVAC System PLC controller technician

Key responsibilities

• Programming and design:
• Develop and program PLC and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications to control HVAC, boiler, and air handling unit systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to design control systems and write programs using languages like Ladder Logic or Function Block Diagram.
• Design and implement control logic for systems like chilled water plants.
• Implementation and maintenance:
• Install programs into control systems and perform system commissioning and diagnostics.
• Conduct regular maintenance and troubleshooting on existing control systems.
• Calibrate systems and provide technical support for operational staff.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
• Documentation and support:
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including functional specifications, system diagrams, and as-built documentation.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of PLC programs before and after installation.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users and other technical staff.
• Collaboration and administration:
• Work with other engineering and cross-functional teams to integrate control systems.
• Communicate with clients, customers, and management to keep them informed of job progress.
• Complete administrative tasks like time sheets and expense reports.

Required skills and qualifications

• Proven experience with PLC and HMI programming, with a preference for systems from vendors like Allen Bradley or Siemens.
• Strong background in HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, and thermal management solutions.
• Proficiency in reading schematics, control logic diagrams, and wiring schematics.
• Familiarity with various sensors, such as temperature, pressure, and flow sensors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, depending on the seniority of the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,200.00 - AED2,500.00 per month