Automation Technician
About The Position
As an Automation Technician, you will play a key role in building, installing, troubleshooting, and supporting the automated manufacturing equipment that keeps our operations running efficiently. You'll combine your electrical and automation expertise with hands-on problem solving to ensure equipment is operating safely, reliably, and at peak performance. This is where your technical skills directly impact advanced manufacturing systems, helping bring innovative automation solutions to life while supporting the production of products that help save and sustain lives. Working closely with engineers, designers, manufacturing teams, and external partners, you will support automation projects from assembly and testing through installation and startup. Success in this role is measured by equipment reliability, project execution, troubleshooting effectiveness, and contributions to continuous improvement. You will join a team dedicated to developing and supporting automation solutions that enable safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations. Together, your work helps Baxter deliver the products healthcare providers and patients depend on every day. Our team values collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and hands-on problem solving. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and manufacturing professionals in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and technical excellence are highly valued.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical controls wiring, automation equipment assembly, industrial automation support, or a combination of related education and experience.
- Strong knowledge of electrical controls, industrial wiring practices, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and 2D/3D CAD drawings.
- Experience wiring systems from power distribution through control logic and I/O devices.
- Proficiency using electrical test equipment and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work flexible schedules and travel as needed.
- Technical training in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation Technology, or a related field.
- Completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship program.
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment in a regulated or high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, robotics, vision systems, and other automation technologies.
- Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT activities, and field service projects.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical and pneumatic assembly, installation, startup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated manufacturing equipment.
- Build, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical control panels, high- and low-voltage systems, and automation components including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, robotics, vision systems, sensors, and pneumatic devices.
- Support mechanical assembly, equipment integration, equipment debugging, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and field installations.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and engineering drawings to complete installations and modifications.
- Use electrical testing equipment to diagnose issues, investigate equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams by providing technical feedback, documenting field changes, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical guidance and training to plant personnel on equipment operation, maintenance, and best practices.
- Travel as needed to support equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and service activities.
Benefits
- medical and dental coverage that start on day one
- insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- educational assistance programs
- paid holidays
- paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
- family and medical leaves of absence
- paid parental leave
- commuting benefits
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- childcare benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
