Systems Automation Technician

Magnum Systems•Evansville, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Magnum Systems is seeking a Systems Technician to support engineering projects involving industrial automation, control systems, and information technology in manufacturing environments. The role combines project support across a variety of control platforms with hands-on electrical work. Duties include assisting with project design and development, drafting, PLC and HMI software development, system commissioning, field service, troubleshooting, and control panel assembly and testing. The position works with project team members and may support equipment installation and commissioning at customer facilities. The position is full-time and onsite in Evansville, Indiana; Bowling Green, Kentucky; or Parsons, Kansas. Typical hours are Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with occasional additional hours to support operational deadlines. Overnight travel may be up to 25%, with some day travel. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. The expected base pay range is $22.00–$32.00 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, internal equity, location, and business considerations.

Requirements

Engineering/Technology A.A.S. degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer, or Manufacturing, or military training or certification in an electrical or computer field in lieu of the degree.
Systems Technician qualification: 1 to 3 years of industry experience maintaining control and information systems.
Thorough comprehension of electrical, computer, and electronics principles.
Broad knowledge of process instrumentation, sensors, motor controls, relay theory, industrial networks, and other technologies used in manufacturing systems.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, industry standards, practices, and concepts associated with automation, industrial control, and information systems.
Experience programming, configuring, and testing systems containing industrial controllers, computers, and information technology.
Ability to edit drawings and complete designs using AutoCAD.
Ability to stand for extended periods, frequently lift up to 50 lbs, use hands and arms repetitively, and bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

For the Senior Systems Technician level: three or more years of industry experience maintaining control and information systems, thorough knowledge of manufacturer processes, programming proficiency, and broader knowledge of instrumentation, sensors, motor controls, and related manufacturing technologies.
Military training or certification in an electrical or computer field may substitute for the A.A.S. degree.

Responsibilities

Assist with design, development, testing, and implementation for client projects.
Assist the Engineering Team with AutoCAD drafting.
Assist the Engineering Team with PLC and HMI software development.
Assist with system commissioning at customer facilities.
Perform field service on control systems.
Create and edit control drawings and other technical documentation for client projects.
Assemble, wire, and test control panels and related components in shop and field settings.
Provide field service and troubleshooting support for client incident jobs.
Participate in equipment installation and provide commissioning support at client facilities.
Interact regularly with project team members throughout projects.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned.