Engineering Technician

AbbVie • North Chicago, IL

10d • $31 - $55

About The Position

The Engineering Technician supports manufacturing equipment and processes by maintaining facility, equipment, utility, and control systems to maximize efficiency and prevent production interruptions. The role provides technical support for industrial automation and controls systems—including PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and associated manufacturing equipment—with a focus on troubleshooting and minimizing production downtime. The technician also contributes to the design and improvement of products and processes.

Working independently on assignments with clear objectives under the guidance of a supervisor or technical lead, the technician performs system maintenance, supports equipment and process design and development, validates equipment, materials, and processes, and prepares specifications. The role provides daily technical service, monitors assigned systems, assists with long-term efficiency projects, and helps operations assess production and facility impacts during troubleshooting. It also supports the design, installation, commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of process equipment, facilities, automation, and controls systems.

The technician maintains documentation and logs for regulatory compliance, communicates and shares recommendations with project teams and relevant personnel, and responds to problems by identifying causes and implementing efficient solutions. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of prior technical experience in the relevant area. Technical school completion or certification is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of prior technical experience in the relevant area(s), with basic knowledge of the systems described.
• Working knowledge of PLC-based control systems.
• Ability to use PLC diagnostics, HMI information, electrical schematics, and technical documentation to identify and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Knowledge of basic regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of technical school or technical certification.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation or Siemens PLC platforms.
• Basic understanding of vision systems, preferably Cognex or Keyence platforms.
• Basic understanding of PC hardware, Windows operating systems, Ignition, and industrial network communications used in manufacturing and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform system maintenance and daily monitoring and troubleshooting of assigned systems.
• Troubleshoot industrial automation and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, instrumentation, vision systems, and associated equipment.
• Recommend improvements to design, installation, start-up, project execution, tasks, and program maintenance.
• Maintain documentation, monitoring logs, Best Operating Practices, and training manuals for regulatory compliance.
• Assist with long-term projects intended to maintain efficiency.
• Assist operations with troubleshooting and determining potential impacts on production and facility systems.
• Exchange information and provide recommendations to project team members, designers, management, and engineering or production personnel.
• Provide limited technical assistance and information to production, engineering groups, outside consultants, contractors, and other company departments.
• Participate in or assist engineers with designing process equipment and systems for optimal performance.
• Assist with start-up of new facilities and equipment and troubleshoot existing systems to ensure optimal operation and performance.
• Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automation and controls equipment and systems.
• Identify issues and apply troubleshooting techniques to avoid production downtime; monitor assigned systems for potential issues and improvements.
• Use PLC diagnostics, HMI information, electrical drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation to identify and resolve automation and equipment issues.
• Respond to requests, evaluate problems, determine causes, and communicate and implement solutions efficiently.
• Comply with applicable policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Eligibility to participate in short-term incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED