Controls Technician

ELMET TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Lewiston, ME

28d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Controls Technician to join our Automation Engineering team at our Lewiston, Maine facility. This role is responsible for building, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial control systems that support manufacturing operations across multiple locations. Working closely with Automation Engineers and PLC Programmers, the Controls Technician will support new equipment installations, machine upgrades, control panel fabrication, electrical troubleshooting, and automation projects while gaining hands-on experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and advanced manufacturing technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled professional who enjoys solving complex automation challenges and wants to grow their career in industrial controls and smart manufacturing.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls wiring, electrical systems, or panel building preferred
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens control systems required
Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, industrial networking, sensors, and servo systems
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills with a desire to continue learning automation technologies
Experience using electrical testing equipment and working safely around industrial electrical systems
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel approximately 10–30% to support automation projects across company facilities

Responsibilities

Build, wire, and assemble electrical control panels using electrical schematics and industry standards
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, motors, and safety circuits
Support new equipment installations, machine commissioning, and automation system startups
Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot electrical and control system issues to minimize production downtime
Assist with PLC and HMI updates, I/O validation, field device testing, and system integration projects
Update electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system documentation while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to resolve equipment issues and improve system reliability
Support automation projects across multiple manufacturing facilities while ensuring compliance with electrical codes and company safety standards