Industrial Controls & Robotics Maintenance Specialist

EssilorLuxottica • Smithfield, RI

12h

About The Position

FGX International is hiring an Industrial Controls & Robotics Maintenance Specialist to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of its distribution center’s automated systems. The specialist performs preventive maintenance, diagnoses and resolves mechanical, electrical, and controls issues, and helps improve automation in collaboration with Engineers and Tech Support. The role also involves assembling and commissioning fixtures, machines, and robotic cells; maintaining service records and change logs; and repairing or replacing robotics subsystems. The position requires interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and service manuals, and contributing to applications development when needed.

FGX International designs and markets non-prescription readers and sunglasses and is part of EssilorLuxottica. The posting states that the position fills an existing vacancy. Compensation depends on geography, experience, qualifications, skills, and applicable local minimum-wage requirements. The employee may also be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan and a rewards package that can include health coverage, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or a technical certification in electrical maintenance.
• At least 3 years of experience supporting automated equipment in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with controls software and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of DC, AC, and stepper motors; PLCs; digital I/O; and proximity, ultrasonic, and photoelectric sensors.
• Comfort working with 120–220 VAC and 3-phase 480 VAC.
• Demonstrated VFD, PLC, and HMI troubleshooting capabilities.
• Experience with robotics, HMIs, and PLCs.
• Strong reporting and writing skills.
• Team-first attitude and analytical skills on the production floor.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish/English bilingual ability.
• Robotics simulator knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with ABB, Denso, and Fanuc robots.
• Vision system experience.
• SAP or other CMMS proficiency.
• CNC machinery exposure.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance and record all actions in SAP PM.
• Diagnose faults using HMI, PLC tools, and custom software, and quickly resolve mechanical, electrical, or controls root causes.
• Collaborate with Engineers and Tech Support to adjust, upgrade, and optimize automation systems.
• Assemble and commission fixtures, machines, and robotic cells.
• Contribute to applications development when needed.
• Maintain service records and change logs, and provide feedback to Tech Support and Automation teams.
• Repair or replace mechanical, electrical, and electronic subsystems across robotics platforms.
• Clear parts and debris after repairs and report and follow up on safety items.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and service manuals.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a competitive bonus and/or commission plan.
• Rewards package may include health coverage, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree