2nd-Shift Automation Tech - Robotic & PLC Specialist

Unusual Machines

Orlando (FL)

On-site

USD 61,000 - 69,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Equity is included for all exempt?was-
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401(k)
Unlimited PTO
Paid Holidays
Daily Catered Lunches

Job summary

Unusual Machines, a U.S.-based drone and FPV leader in Orlando, seeks an Automation Engineering Technician for 2nd shift. You will maintain, troubleshoot, program, and optimize automated equipment used in drone motor production, supporting robotic cells, PLC systems, HMIs, and testing stations to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing.

You will work with manufacturing engineers and production teams to reduce downtime, improve throughput, and ensure quality.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Automation Technology, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Robotics, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience programming and troubleshooting FANUC industrial robots.
  • Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic.
  • Knowledge of servo systems, motion control, sensors, vision systems, and industrial automation equipment.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Experience supporting high-volume automated manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

  • Program, troubleshoot, and optimize FANUC robotic systems used in drone motor assembly and testing.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment, HMIs, sensors, servo drives, and automated production systems.
  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control system failures on automated lines.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime.
  • Monitor equipment performance and implement improvements to boost throughput and quality.
  • Update robot programs, PLC logic, and HMI interfaces for changes and new products.
  • Assist with commissioning, installation, and startup of new automation systems.

Skills

FANUC robot programming
PLC programming
Electrical schematics
Servo & motion control
Troubleshooting
Automation systems
High-volume manufacturing

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Automation Technology

Tools

HMI configuration
Electrical diagnostics
Pneumatics
Robot maintenance tooling

Job description

Unusual Machines, a U.S.-based drone and FPV leader in Orlando, seeks an Automation Engineering Technician for 2nd shift. You will maintain, troubleshoot, program, and optimize automated equipment used in drone motor production, supporting robotic cells, PLC systems, HMIs, and testing stations to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing.

You will work with manufacturing engineers and production teams to reduce downtime, improve throughput, and ensure quality.

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