Automation and Controls Technician

Socket.dev; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc. seeks an Automation and Controls Technician to configure, program, test, and commission Eines machine-vision and automation products across KMSA projects. This role covers system setup, software loading, and field support at customer sites.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with industrial controls, machine-vision, PLCs, and robotics, with strong documentation and collaboration skills for project teams and customers. Travel to sites is required.

Qualifications

• Formal or informal technical training or degree related to electronics, automation, or mechatronics is preferred.
• Experience with industrial automation, machine-vision hardware, PLCs, robotics, or related tech is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Configure, program, test, commission, and support Eines machine-vision, automation, and control systems.
• Assist with configuration of machine-vision tools, cameras, sensors, PLC interfaces, and robotics interfaces.
• Diagnose hardware, software, and integration issues; provide hands-on field support and training.

Skills

Machine vision

Industrial controls

PLC programming

Robotics integration

Software configuration

Education

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Delphi

Visual C

Access/SQL databases

Job description

Summary

Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc. (KMSA) is a leading provider of advanced measurement, machine-vision, and automation solutions supporting customers across highly technical manufacturing environments. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver reliable systems that combine precision, automation, controls, and practical problem-solving.
We are seeking an Automation and Controls Technician to support the configuration, programming, testing, commissioning, and ongoing service of Eines machine-vision and automation products used in KMSA projects. This hands-on role supports Eines systems throughout the installation and service lifecycle, including pre-installation preparation, system configuration, installation support, troubleshooting, production assistance, preventive maintenance, and customer-site service.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical aptitude, working knowledge of industrial controls and automation, comfort with software and system configuration, and the ability to troubleshoot effectively in both lab and customer-site environments. Success in this role requires strong documentation practices, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate closely with KMSA project teams, Eines technical personnel, and customer contacts.
This position is well suited for a technician who enjoys hands‑on technical work, field troubleshooting, and supporting complex machine-vision and automation systems from initial configuration through long-term customer support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Configuration & Programming
• Configure, program, test, commission, and support Eines machine-vision, automation, and control systems used in KMSA projects.
• Work with Eines proprietary software, configuration tools, control logic, and system parameters to prepare equipment for customer deployment.
• Support development, testing, and implementation of Eines application software and control-system updates.
• Assist with configuration of machine-vision inspection tools, cameras, sensors, PLC interfaces, robotics interfaces, and related automation components.
• Validate system functionality against project requirements, customer specifications, and product standards.
• Installation, Commissioning & Field Support
• Perform pre-installation preparation for Eines products, including equipment pre-assembly, software loading, configuration checks, system testing, and acceptance testing prior to deployment.
• Support installation, startup, commissioning, validation, and handoff of Eines systems at customer sites.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, control, communication, and integration issues involving Eines products and customer production‑line interfaces.
• Provide hands‑on production assistance during startup, ramp‑up, troubleshooting, and ongoing operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance, operational checks, and technical adjustments to support reliable system performance.
• Travel to customer sites and project locations as required to support installation, service, troubleshooting, and production needs.
• Customer & Technical Support
• Provide direct technical support to customers using Eines products supplied, installed, or supported by KMSA.
• Communicate technical issues, corrective actions, and system status clearly and professionally to customer‑site personnel and internal stakeholders.
• Support urgent production issues by identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and implementing practical solutions.
• Escalate complex technical issues to appropriate KMSA project resources or Eines technical personnel when needed.
• Assist with customer training, knowledge transfer, and operational guidance related to Eines systems.
• Project Documentation & Coordination
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, configuration records, service notes, bills of materials, spare‑parts lists, and technical support information for Eines products.
• Document test results, field findings, corrective actions, software/configuration changes, and open technical issues.
• Coordinate with KMSA project teams and Eines technical personnel on installation planning, configuration requirements, field implementation, and issue resolution.
• Support project handoff by ensuring technical information is accurate, current, and available to internal teams and customer‑support personnel.
• Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement
• Follow applicable KMSA procedures, Eines product requirements, quality expectations, safety practices, and project documentation standards.
• Identify recurring technical issues and provide practical feedback to improve KMSA’s deployment, support, and service of Eines products.
• Support continuous improvement of installation practices, troubleshooting methods, documentation quality, and customer‑support processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of Eines proprietary products, software, configuration methods, customer applications, and related technical knowledge.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Vocational, technical, or university degree preferred, ideally in Electronics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Telecommunications, Automation, Mechatronics, a related technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of six months of hands‑on programming, configuration, development, technical support, or field‑service experience involving industrial automation, electronic systems, computer systems, machine vision, PLCs, robotics, or related technologies.
• Experience with machine‑vision systems, industrial controls, PLC programming, robotics integration, sensors, cameras, production‑line communication, or automation troubleshooting strongly preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with Delphi, Visual C, Access/SQL databases, industrial software, control systems, or comparable technical platforms preferred.
• Practical, hands‑on problem‑solving ability in time‑sensitive manufacturing, customer‑service, or field‑support environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain technical issues clearly and professionally during direct customer interaction.
• Ability to work effectively with KMSA project teams, Eines technical personnel, customer‑site contacts, and production personnel.
• English proficiency required, working knowledge of Spanish preferred for coordination with Eines technical personnel.
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites and project locations as required.
• Willingness to sign and comply with confidentiality requirements covering Eines proprietary products, systems, software, configuration methods, customer applications, and related technical knowledge.

• This job description shows the general scope of responsibilities for the position. Additional responsibilities can be added or deleted on an on‑going basis. A job description does not constitute an employment contract.

BASE PAY RANGE

• $71,760 - $80,080 DOS/E
• This position is eligible for experience specific compensation ranges based on candidate experience; compensation will be aligned and determined based on these criteria. Fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience levels, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• KMSA is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or partnership status, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
• Konica Minolta Sensing does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, search firms, recruiters, or other third‑party agencies. We are not engaging agency support for this position, and we respectfully request that agencies do not contact our team regarding this opening. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Retirement Plan (401(k) with Company Match)
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support
• Family and Medical Leave Support
• Supplemental Health Benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Care Insurance
• Wellness Resources, including Garner Health, Health Advocate, Hinge Health, Tria Health and HUSK Marketplace
• Commuter Benefits — Legal Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts and Purchase Programs