Controls and Automation Technician (DAYS)
About The Position
This position maintains, improves, and supports automation and control systems used to operate industrial manufacturing equipment. It serves as a technical resource for process controls, equipment troubleshooting, downtime reduction, and manufacturing performance optimization. The role supports safe and efficient production, performs and supports preventive maintenance, and leads assigned automation and controls projects in coordination with vendors and internal teams. The position is described as a night-shift role with a schedule of 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM on a 2-2-3 rotation. Some roles may require overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules based on business needs. The posting also states that the position is not available for immigration sponsorship or support, including STEM OPT Form I-983 training plan completion.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology.
- At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience focused on control system development, installation, troubleshooting, and automation systems support.
- PLC programming and troubleshooting skills; Allen-Bradley or Siemens experience is preferred within this qualification.
- Experience with PC-based HMI development and support.
- Knowledge of industrial automation and systems integration.
- Ability to troubleshoot 480VAC power systems and 24VDC control circuits.
- Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, mechanical systems, and controls engineering.
- Experience with PLC hardware, including CPUs, I/O modules, communication modules, and safety relays.
- Proficiency with multimeters and electrical test equipment.
- Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion throughout the shift.
- May be required to operate machinery or powered equipment, wear PPE, work in varying temperatures, noise levels, and around moving equipment or manufacturing materials, and lift or move materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.
- Must not require immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the STEM OPT Form I-983 training plan.
Nice To Haves
- PLC programming and troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens systems.
Responsibilities
- Design, install, program, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and process control loops.
- Diagnose and resolve control system failures, and implement permanent corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Improve automation through advanced process control alarm management and operator interface optimization.
- Document system changes, upgrades, and modifications.
- Provide first-line technical support for automation-related production issues.
- Recommend equipment and process improvements and ensure control systems support safe and efficient production operations.
- Perform and support preventative maintenance activities.
- Manage assigned automation and controls projects and work with outside vendors and technical representatives.
- Train maintenance and engineering personnel on controls systems and troubleshooting.
- Serve as a technical resource for mechanics and technicians.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) match.
- Annual performance bonus may be included in the total rewards package.
- Other wellness benefits.
- Competitive compensation programs and a recognition program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
