Automation Controls Technicia

tsu.edu; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking an Electronics Technician to diagnose and repair electrical issues on production equipment in a plant environment. You will read schematics, investigate wiring problems, and troubleshoot PLCs, robotics, vision, and labeling systems on a rotating day shift in a fast-paced facility.

You will collaborate with operators and technicians to resolve issues promptly, document all work, and support preventive maintenance and safety goals.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. with minimum 2 years electrical experience or
• Vocational/Technical School in Electrical Fundamentals with 1-year experience or
• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics with 6 months experience

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and fix electrical issues on production machinery.
• Read machine schematics and troubleshoot wiring/components.
• Troubleshoot PLC and ladder logic; work with robotics, vision, and labeling systems.
• Collaborate with operators and leads; communicate priorities to leadership.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on plant material handling systems.
• Document work in detailed logs; support PM and repair activities.
• Maintain safety: follow policies and ensure a clean work environment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC and ladder logic

Robotics

Vision systems

Labeling systems

Communication with leadership

Documentation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical school in Electrical Fundamentals

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Voltage/ammeter/ohm meters

Job description

Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs production equipment for electrical and controls issues. Performs daily repair of material movement vehicles and the related track. Support PM activities on production machinery.

Day shift 7:00AM - 7:00PM

(3-2-2 rotating schedule)

Responsibilities:

Technical Capability in Electrical Troubleshooting: respond to calls from the production floor to diagnose and fix electrical issues with machinery. Troubleshooting consists of:

• Reading machine schematics
• Investigating wiring and component issues
• PLC and ladder logic troubleshooting
• Robotic systems
• Vision systems
• Labeling systems

Professional Support Attitude: work closely with production operators and technicians to resolve issues in a timely manner.

Communicate with production leadership in terms of priority and status

Perform electrical and mechanical repair on plant materials handling system as needed

Perform troubleshooting of plant automation systems

Document work performed in a timely and detailed manner in work logs

All other duties as assigned by lead/supervisor/manager

Education and Experience:

H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. and

Minimum of 2 years electrical related experience

or

Vocational/Technical School (Curriculum: Electrical Fundamentals, Electrical Troubleshooting, Electrical/Electronics Engineering) and

Minimum of 1-year electrical related experience

or

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics and

Minimum of 6 months electrical related experience

Other Skills/Knowledge:

Electrical – Thorough knowledge of electrical circuit fundamentals, with experience in troubleshooting, is required. Experience using voltage, amperage, ohm meters, and oscilloscopes. Ability to work from technical manuals and schematics to troubleshoot. Ability to read electrical schematics, and wire to a print. Knowledge of required wiring practices per the NEC. Knowledge of safe working practices around electrical cabinets and machinery in general.

Controls – Understanding and experience with the following: PLC programming, Electrical drives (Servos, VFDs), Robotics, Vision system/Barcode readers is a plus. General PC skills required

Machinery – A background in electro-mechanical systems and troubleshooting them, especially in a manufacturing environment, is a plus.

Professional Support Attitude – Must be able to respond to frequent calls for equipment repair throughout the plant. The interaction with operators, technicians, and leads at all times must be courteous, professional, and timely.

Self-Directing – Must be able to use available time away from direct support in a productive manner, without daily oversight. Must be able to use time effectively to respond to calls for support, and yet still complete ongoing required PM and repair activities.

Communications – Must be able to communicate to manufacturing, and other controls group members, the work being done and the understood priority. Must be pro-active around bringing observed issues to attention, with possible suggestions for solutions.

Documentation – Must be diligent in daily use of machine logs to record the work performed.

Reliability – Electronic technician coverage is vital to plant operations, must be very reliable.

Safety:

Participate fully to achieve the department’s safety goals.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Hold self-accountable to follow all safety policies & procedures.

Debrief accidents and implement solutions to eliminate root causes.

Hold team members to safety standards/regulations & policies

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, company holidays, disability coverage, and other company-sponsored benefits. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You".

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location, which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range: $30.60 - $49.00 USD Hourly