EAM Automation Tech Level III

PRESCOTT METAL•Biddeford, ME

8d•$30 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assembly, troubleshooting, development, installation, and service of custom assembly automation. The Technician contributes to job documentation and quality, represents EAM/Prescott professionally in the field, performs field service and support, and assists sales efforts with current and prospective customers. Travel to customer locations is required, with travel listed as up to 25%. The role may lead customer projects and help manage the assembly team while coordinating closely with engineers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred.
Strong electrical wiring and crimping skills, including small- to large-gauge wire and cable assemblies.
Strong knowledge of and experience operating power tools and hand tools.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical fabrication drawings, including tolerances.
Ability to read and interpret production job orders and bills of materials.
Experience with electrical control panels, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing systems and tools.
Experience managing inventory and company assets.
Ability to design and build jigs and fixtures.
Experience working with engineers on projects.
Knowledge of pneumatic systems, components, and assemblies.
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience with basic Enterprise RP systems.
Ability to use and understand precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, squares, and scales.
Ability to travel for service and/or machine installations.
Leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical and electrical systems, working frequently from mechanical and electrical blueprints.
Document changes in coordination with engineering and purchasing, and maintain accurate bill of materials (BOM) changes for jobs.
Set up, start, troubleshoot, debug, and install automation systems, including at customer facilities.
Use mechanical components, bearings, and pneumatic systems in customer-job assembly.
Install electrical sensors, programmable logic controllers, motor drives, vision systems, and related equipment.
Work with engineers to develop new automation systems and assist with basic engineering tasks.
Lead customer projects and help manage the assembly team.
Log job time accurately and prioritize tasks according to production and service needs.
Assist with service and spare-parts sales and provide technical phone support.
Set up and run machines through the customer approval process; provide customer training.
Test electro-mechanical assemblies using instruments such as multimeters and electronic-controls testing equipment.
Analyze and record test results and prepare written test documentation.
Assist with program debugging and travel to customer locations for service and machine installations.
Perform other duties as assigned to help Prescott Metal/EAM achieve its goals.