Controls & Automation Technician

Pharmavite•New Albany, OH

3d•$94,000 - $173,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining, improving, and supporting the automation and control systems that operate industrial manufacturing equipment. The role serves as a key technical resource for process controls, troubleshooting equipment issues, reducing downtime, and optimizing manufacturing performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology.
Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience focused on: Control system development, installation, troubleshooting, and automation systems support.
PLC programming and troubleshooting, preferably Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
PC-based HMI development and support.
Industrial automation and systems integration.
Electrical system troubleshooting: 480VAC power systems, 24VDC control circuits.
Understanding of: Electrical engineering fundamentals, mechanical systems, controls engineering.
Experience with PLC hardware: CPUs, I/O modules, communication modules, safety relays.
Proficient with multimeters and electrical test equipment.

Responsibilities

Automation & controls design, installation, programming, and troubleshooting: PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces), and process control loops.
Diagnose and resolve control system failures. Implement permanent corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Improve automation through advanced process control alarm management and operator interface optimization. Document system changes, upgrades, and modifications.
Serve as first-line technical support for automation-related production issues. Recommend equipment and process improvements. Ensure control systems support safe and efficient production operations. Perform and support preventative maintenance activities.
Manage assigned automation and controls projects. 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.