Mechatronics Technician

VVater•Dripping Springs, TX

41d

About The Position

VVater seeks a highly skilled Mechatronics Technician to build, integrate, and troubleshoot advanced electro-mechanical systems that include actuators, servos, motors, hydraulic and pneumatic components, motion assemblies, and automated mechanisms. This role supports R&D, engineering, product development, and production by turning designs into working automated systems, ranging from deployable mechanical structures to motion-controlled assemblies used in VVater’s next-generation water treatment technologies. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment and is fluent across mechanical, electrical, and automation disciplines.

Requirements

3–7+ years of hands-on experience as a Mechatronics Technician, Automation Technician, Electromechanical Technician, Robotics Technician, or related role.
Strong experience with actuators, servos, linear actuators, hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic systems, valves, pumps, and motion assemblies.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, hydraulic/pneumatic schematics, and P&IDs.
Proficient in electrical wiring, cable harnessing, crimping, soldering, and connectorization.
Familiarity with PLC/automation signals (24VDC, analog inputs, digital I/O) and drive controls.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose multi-discipline issues (mechanical/electrical/hydraulic).
Experience using hand tools, power tools, metrology tools, and shop equipment.
Technical diploma or associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, Electromechanical Technology, Robotics, or similar field preferred.
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, R&D, fabrication, and field teams.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic machining or fabrication (CNC, drill press, grinders, band saws) is a plus.
Experience in water treatment equipment, industrial machinery, automation, aerospace, automotive systems, or robotics environments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Assemble and integrate actuators, servo motors, linear guides, rotary drives, gear systems, solenoids, and automated linkages into working mechanical systems.
Build and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic subsystems, including cylinders, valves, regulators, manifolds, pumps, and fluid routing hardware.
Install and route sensor packages (limit switches, optical sensors, encoders, proximity sensors, pressure/flow sensors) for feedback and control.
Perform electrical wiring, termination, crimping, labeling, and cable management for automation assemblies.
Support controls engineers with integration of PLC/SCADA and low-voltage control signals (24VDC, analog/digital I/O).
Interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, motion drawings, and 3D CAD output to guide assembly and troubleshooting.
Assist in building robotic or transformer-like mechanisms that extend, fold, lift, rotate, engage, or change physical configuration automatically.
Execute functional testing, calibration, alignment, and tuning of electro-mechanical assemblies.
Troubleshoot automation faults, diagnose issues in actuators, drives, sensors, relays, control loops, and mechanical subassemblies.
Assist in creating automated test rigs, dynamic fixtures, and motion-based prototypes for R&D validation.
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, R&D, and fabrication teams to refine designs and improve repeatability and manufacturability.
Perform light machining, drilling, tapping, cutting, grinding, and assembly prep as needed.
Maintain shop equipment, tools, wiring stations, hydraulic lines, and safety protocols.
Support pilot units, factory builds, field installations, and commissioning when required.
Perform all other duties as instructed by the company.