Automation Technician (Maintenance)

Job Posting Start Date 07-22-2025 Job Posting End Date 08-18-2025

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Job Summary

General Purpose:

Supports automation engineering services activities such as hardware and software design and development (non-production).

Principle Accountabilities:

· Maintain continuous system operation by adjusting, repairing, replacing, or modifying automation/robotic system components

· Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components and return to serviceability

· Perform scheduled preventive maintenance actions on all subsystems and related components

· Ensure preventative maintenance of robotic and process support equipment are completed on a regularly scheduled basis.

· Understanding of PLCs

· Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings.

· Analyzes engineering test results, and implements changes to resolve problems.

· Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.

· Records procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or method.

· Maintains software, documentation and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.

· Assists engineers in developing and designing hardware and software required for all automation solutions per specifications.

· Trains other technicians and operators on products, processes and equipment.

· Proper use of power tools and measuring equipment

· Strong awareness of safety

SPECIALIZED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES may be required for certain positions. These could include one or more of the following duties:

· Assists with customer presentations and interfaces with customers.

· Assists engineers with outside third party automation developments

· Organizes documentation (specifications, schematics, and procedures).

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Category

Production Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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