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Automation Maintenance Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Senior Automation Engineer

Lewis Center, OH · On-site

$98K - $129K/yr

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Automation Maintenance information

Are automation maintenance technicians in demand?

Automation maintenance technicians are in high demand due to the increasing use of automated systems in manufacturing, energy, and other industries. They are needed to install, troubleshoot, and repair programmable logic controllers (PLCs), robotics, and other automation equipment, often requiring technical certifications and knowledge of control systems. Job growth in this field is expected to remain strong as industries continue to adopt advanced automation technologies.

What does an automation maintenance technician do?

An automation maintenance technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining automated equipment and control systems used in manufacturing or industrial settings. They troubleshoot issues with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and motors, often using diagnostic tools and technical manuals. The role requires technical skills, knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, and typically involves working with automation software and adhering to safety protocols.
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Maintenance Automation Technician - 1st Shift

Medina, OH • On-site

$37K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Description:

Candidate will have competent troubleshooting skills in PLC program troubleshooting, servo systems, industrial controls, motor controls and electric circuits. Thorough knowledge and/or experience in industrial automation networks, safety devices, robotics, vision systems and electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic systems. Basic understanding of CNC. Individual must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and/or in a cross-functional work team environment. Individual must possess strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.

Requirements:

Principal Area of Responsibility:


The individual will be responsible for maintaining/troubleshooting any equipment and facility systems with an emphasis on controls including relay logic, PLCs and HMIs (Allen-Bradley), servo drives and motors, robotics, vision systems and electrical power distribution. This includes, but is not limited to, mechanical and hydraulic presses, furnaces, grinders, steel preparation and coating equipment, gear shapers, robotics, CNC machining centers, gear shapers, dust and fume collection equipment, transformers, switchgears, busbars, HVAC equipment, and fire suppression systems.


Specific Duties:

  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience with regards to maintaining, repairing processes and systems
  • Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, repair/replace and test automation systems, components and networks.
  • Strong knowledge of Alan Bradley and Siemens hardware/software.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and modify existing equipment systems including controls (relay logic, PLC and HMI programs, servo drives, and motors), automation and robotics, electrical, mechanical power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
  • Knowledge of multi-axis robots.
  • Provide assistance to engineering and operations relating to process issues and/or improvements
  • Consult with automation component suppliers to specify products for installation, and arrange for purchases of equipment, tooling, materials and/or parts
  • Participate in, or lead continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
  • Must be willing and able to travel occasionally as required (not typically a part of job function, for training purposes, <5%)

Work Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong working knowledge of machine controls, automation, electrical, mechanical power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical power distribution systems, and building systems.
  • Must possess strong communication skills, analytical abilities and the ability to multi-task.