Mechatronics Technician Apprentice 2027

Bühler Group•Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Bühler’s Mechatronics Technician Apprenticeship is a paid, full-time, three-year dual training program combining structured on-the-job training with related technical instruction. Apprentices earn an associate degree of applied science while developing mechanical and electronic skills. Bühler pays for training, classes, tools, books, uniforms, and a computer, and apprentices receive employee benefits throughout the program. The hourly wage is $15 in the first year, $17 in the second year, and $19 in the third year. Upon completion, apprentices receive a Journeyworker Card from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, an associate degree of applied science from Hennepin Technical College, and international Mechatronics credentials through the ICATT Apprenticeship program. Candidates who apply may be invited to an open house or tour at Bühler Inc. New apprentices are selected in spring and start in August each year. The role includes frequent travel to customer and company locations for hands-on training, field assignments, and service-related work when apprentices are not attending school. After graduation, the role prepares apprentices for extensive travel as part of a Field Service Engineer role.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age before the program start date.
High school diploma or GED required by the start of the apprenticeship.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Valid driver's license required.
Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background check.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently during the apprenticeship and extensively after graduation as part of a Field Service Engineer role.
Curiosity and willingness to learn, embrace, and responsibly apply artificial intelligence tools as part of daily work.
Technical college placement test scores must fall within an acceptable range.
Strong interest in mechanical, electrical, automation, and industrial technologies.
Demonstrated willingness to learn, solve problems, and work in a hands-on technical environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a professional setting.
High level of reliability, integrity, and accountability, with the ability to earn trust and represent Bühler professionally in customer-facing environments.
Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Follow safety procedures, quality standards, and industry best practices in all work activities.
Install, inspect, commission, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial production equipment and systems.
Analyze mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation-related issues and implement effective solutions.
Read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, electrical schematics, manuals, and engineering documentation.
Build, test, modify, and maintain industrial control systems and automation solutions.
Install, test, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical assemblies, motors, drives, sensors, and control components.
Assemble, disassemble, secure, transport, and recommission machinery and process systems.
Use precision measuring equipment, hand tools, power tools, and metalworking machinery safely and effectively.
Install, configure, and support hardware, software, and industrial control applications.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment assessments to support reliability and performance.
Support equipment start-ups, customer installations, service interventions, and commissioning activities.
Document technical work, service activities, troubleshooting efforts, and maintenance findings accurately and professionally.
Collaborate with customers, field service engineers, technicians, project teams, and other departments to resolve technical challenges.
Continuously develop technical knowledge and stay current with new technologies, automation solutions, and industry trends.
Travel frequently to customer and company locations for hands-on training, field assignments, and service-related work when not attending school.
Use artificial intelligence tools responsibly in daily work to support learning, troubleshooting, documentation, productivity, and continuous process improvement, in accordance with company policies and best practices.