3rd Shift PLC & Automation Maintenance Technician

Nidec Drives; St. Charles (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Drives in St. Charles, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the third shift to repair automated production machinery, including high-speed lines, welding, robotic coil winders, and SMT equipment.

You will lead troubleshooting and ensure equipment returns to production quickly. The role emphasizes electrical and mechanical diagnostics, PLC/HMI, motion control, and preventative maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining automated assembly equipment.
• Ability to operate all production equipment.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Good communication and time management.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical equipment on production lines.
• Perform PLC diagnostics and programming as needed.
• Support preventative maintenance programs and PM scheduling.
• Train operators on basic PM tasks.
• Document procedures and changes.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC & Robotics

Electrical & Mechanical

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Sensor controls

Documentation & PM

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

Associate/Bachelor Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS / PM software

Job description

Nidec Drives in St. Charles, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the third shift to repair automated production machinery, including high-speed lines, welding, robotic coil winders, and SMT equipment.

You will lead troubleshooting and ensure equipment returns to production quickly. The role emphasizes electrical and mechanical diagnostics, PLC/HMI, motion control, and preventative maintenance programs.