Automation Techician
AMPM Employment
Troy, OH, United States
3 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$70,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
AutoCAD
Computer Vision
Communications Protocols
Software Debugging
Ethernet
Health Information Management
Human-Computer Interaction
Modbus
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Automatic Programming
Software Troubleshooting
Eplan
+2 more
Process Control Systems
Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment
Job description
| Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician to build, wire, program, test, troubleshoot, and support industrial control systems and automated equipment. This hands-on position combines electrical panel assembly with automation programming, machine commissioning, and technical troubleshooting. The ideal candidate has experience building industrial control panels, understands electrical and automation systems, and has PLC and HMI programming skills. Job Duties |
- Build and wire industrial electrical control panels from schematics, layouts, and bills of materials
- Install and wire PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, relays, contactors, motor starters, power supplies, safety devices, and other control components
- Perform low-voltage control wiring and three-phase power distribution
- Wire field devices including sensors, motors, actuators, valves, and remote I/O
- Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and HMI applications
- Configure and troubleshoot VFDs, safety controllers, and industrial communication networks
- Perform panel checkout, I/O verification, power-up, and functional testing
- Support machine startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and debugging
- Diagnose electrical and control-system issues using electrical test equipment and diagnostic software
- Collaborate with Engineering to resolve issues and support design and continuous-improvement initiatives
- Inspect completed assemblies for quality and compliance with drawings and specifications
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Requirements
- Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in electrical technology, mechatronics, industrial automation, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in industrial automation, machine building, or controls
- Experience building industrial electrical control panels
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
- Working knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting, such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, or similar
- Experience configuring HMIs and industrial automation equipment
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, or Profinet
- Knowledge of industrial control components, low-voltage wiring, and three-phase power systems
- Proficiency using electrical test equipment, including multimeters and continuity testers
- Understanding of UL 508A, NFPA 70 (NEC), and NFPA 79 standards
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience commissioning automated equipment
- Familiarity with servo systems, motion control, robotics, machine vision, or safety systems
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software
- Experience supporting equipment installation and customer startups
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