Automation Controls Technician - Attractions & PLCs

Merlin Entertainments; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Merlin Magic Pass

Recognition Programs

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Learning and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments is seeking an experienced Industrial Controls Technician to maintain and improve complex control systems for our attractions and entertainment tech. You’ll troubleshoot PLC-based systems, electrical networks, sensors, drives, and safety circuits to ensure reliable, safe operation.

The role emphasizes fault-finding, problem solving, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams. Experience with Allen‑Bradley/Siemens/Beckhoff and industrial networks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing PLC-controlled industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff).
• Electrical troubleshooting experience across drives, sensors, actuators, and safety circuits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair PLC-based control systems.
• Identify and resolve complex electrical faults using diagnostic tools.
• Support commissioning, testing, and start-up activities for attractions.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

HMI

Schematic reading

Industrial networks

Automation diagnostics

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Beckhoff

EtherNet/IP

EtherCAT

Modbus

Job description

Merlin Entertainments is seeking an experienced Industrial Controls Technician to maintain and improve complex control systems for our attractions and entertainment tech. You’ll troubleshoot PLC-based systems, electrical networks, sensors, drives, and safety circuits to ensure reliable, safe operation.

The role emphasizes fault-finding, problem solving, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams. Experience with Allen‑Bradley/Siemens/Beckhoff and industrial networks is preferred.