Automation Maintenance & Controls Specialist (Manufacturing Systems)

• Can you hunt down the root cause of a line stop across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, servo, and controls domains?
• Do you enjoy stepping into PLC code, HMIs, and motion control to debug, optimize, and modify?
• Are you energized by commissioning new equipment and validating new production lines?
• Could you architect preventive and predictive maintenance programs that cut downtime and boost reliability?
• Will you lead structured problem-solving (5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA) and back it up with data from OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and downtime reports?
• Do you keep drawings, PLC backups, spares, and maintenance records current so the team can move fast?
• Are you comfortable supporting robots (industrial and cobots), assembly cells, conveyors, torque systems, machine vision, laser marking, dispensing, battery cyclers, and end-of-line test rigs?
• Can you debug industrial networks and devices-Ethernet/IP, I/O, sensors, actuators, servo drives, and VFDs?
• Do you like improving control panels and electrical systems to be safer, simpler, and more robust?
• Will you partner with Manufacturing Engineering to lift cycle times, ergonomics, quality, and throughput?
• Can you identify and deliver capital upgrades, automation enhancements, and cost-down opportunities?
• Are you ready to support facility utilities like compressed air, electrical distribution, and HVAC interfaces?
• Will you champion OSHA, NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, and electrical safety?
• Do you collaborate smoothly with Quality, Manufacturing, Product Integration, Test Engineering, and Operations?
• Can you stand up and sustain Odoo ERP, MES, and Maintenance modules for work orders, PMs, spares, and equipment history?

• BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years supporting automated manufacturing equipment on the production floor.
• Expert at troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems.
• Fluent with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, Omron, or Mitsubishi.
• HMI development and protocols: Ethernet/IP, Profinet, DeviceNet, Modbus, or EtherCAT.
• Experience with servo systems, VFDs, motion control, and industrial networking.
• Robotics exposure: FANUC, ABB, Universal Robots, Yaskawa, Epson, or similar.
• Background in automated assembly, machine vision, leak testing, dispensing, conveyors, and automated inspection.
• Can read/modify schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and control panel layouts.
• Preferred tools: AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar.
• Strong command of industrial electrical systems, sensors, instrumentation, and machine safety.
• Plus: predictive maintenance (vibration, thermal imaging, lubrication management, condition monitoring).
• Continuous improvement mindset-Lean, TPM, Six Sigma.
• Industry bonus points: battery, automotive, aerospace, robotics, medical device, electronics, semiconductor, food processing.
• Data-driven, organized, and quick to prioritize when production calls.
• Clear communicator and effective partner across teams., * Electrical Schematics
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Machine Building/Assembling
• Pneumatics Experience
• Single and Three Phase Power
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Industrial Robot Programming
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Programming Experience
• SCADA Experience
• Programming Machine Vision Systems
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• VLC troubleshooting

Tech you’ll work with

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• CAD Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)
• Vision System
• Servo Motors
• Industrial Robot (Fanuc)

Role location: Mason, Ohio

• Be part of a rapidly scaling U.S. battery manufacturer.
• Hands-on with cutting-edge automation and energy storage tech.
• Lead the launch of new lines and processes.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers across manufacturing and product development.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and technical training.
• Real advancement opportunities as we grow.