Automation Technician II
$66,560–$76,960 year
On-site · Devens, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Lead advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of complex electromechanical systems, automated production cells, vision systems, and multi-axis robotic platforms on the molding/production floor. Analyze, modify, and optimize robotic and PLC programs to diagnose and resolve high-level system failures and performance issues; drive continuous improvement through root-cause analysis and corrective actions to boost automation, throughput, reliability, and safety. Maintain and optimize auxiliary automation systems, plan and manage daily technical workload, develop robotic programs and automation logic to maximize equipment efficiency, and mentor other technicians on advanced automation systems, robotic workstations, and troubleshooting methodologies. Provide expert technical support, participate in equipment commissioning/upgrades/validation, and perform additional duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Two-year post-secondary technical or trade program with 3-5 years of progressive automation experience, or high school diploma/GED with 3+ years hands-on industrial automation experience
- Proficient PC use and troubleshooting tools in a Windows-based environment
- Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics
- Advanced knowledge of PLC hardware and software, diagnostics, program modification, and fault recovery
- Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex automation and control system issues
- Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and root-cause analysis skills
- Effective communication skills and ability to influence and support cross-functional teams
- Extensive technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, and automated production processes
- Desirable: Advanced robotic programming and integration experience (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa or similar)
- Desirable: Experience with metal fabrication, machining, or mechanical modification of automation equipment
- Desirable: Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and reliability-centered maintenance concepts
- Desirable: Experience supporting equipment installations, process validation, or automation upgrades in high-volume manufacturing
- Plastic injection molding contract manufacturing experience
- ADA requirements awareness
- Authorized to work in the US
- E-Verify willing
Additional Requirements
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the US
- E-Verify participation noted
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