Automation Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 5+ years of instrumentation experience in aerospace, industrial, or oil and gas environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and follow electrical diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals
• Mechanical proficiency, proper use of hand tools, and adherence to safe work practices
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at moderate heights, and climb ladders/stairs
• Familiarity with PLCs and experience installing/troubleshooting instrumentation such as valve positioners, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and general electronics
• Experience working with 24 VDC control circuits, 4–20 mA control loops, and 120V, 208V, and 480V electrical systems
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment. Work can be in industrial settings, on manufacturing floors, or in control rooms. It may involve exposure to noise, fumes, or varying temperatures and heights
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and independently as a self‑starter
• Strong attention to detail with experience in pre‑job planning and layout
• Ability to build trust, maintain professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders regularly throughout the day
• Ability to work outdoors for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift lightweight supplies or materials (up to 25lbs unassisted)
• Available to work overtime and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years of experience completing or maintaining launch pad, test stand, or high‑hazard facility systems
• Working knowledge of propellants, hazardous locations/classification, NEC requirements, and UL 508A standards
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and telescopic boom lifts
• Associate degree in electronics, instrumentation, or a related technical field
• Journeyman Electrical License

Responsibilities

• Wire, commission, and debug automated control systems
• Build automation control panels per design
• Work with external vendors to build and install panels
• Redline electrical and pneumatic schematics for automated systems
• Take utmost ownership of install work and timelines, providing regular updates and communicating blockers or risks rapidly
• Field installation of control enclosures, Unistrut and secondary steel components
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair of control systems
• Cable conductor termination including overall and drain shielding
• Instrumentation installation
• Field routing, cable tray and wire basket installation

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• basic and supplemental life insurance
• paid parental leave
• short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
• up to 14 company-paid holidays