Automation Controls Technician - PLC, HMI & Robotics

Reliance Worldwide; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Worldwide in Cullman, AL, is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to diagnose and rectify issues on automated machinery across our production plants. The role focuses on safe operation, troubleshooting, and implementing improvements to keep production up and running.

You will work with AC/DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and safety systems, using diagnostic tools and CMMS to document repairs and performance tips.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work on Electrical and Electronic systems across the facility walls.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical disciplines including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and motor controls.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify issues with automated machinery as directed by supervision.
• Maintain documentation in CMMS and assist with BOM creation for equipment upgrades.
• Support continuous improvement projects and optimize PLC logic for reliability and production.
• Assist with installation of high-tech manufacturing equipment and safety standards compliance.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Electrical controls

VFDs and motor control

Troubleshooting

PID control

Electrical schematics

Blueprints reading

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

Technical degree in Electrical/Mechatronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

GuardLogix

Siemens S5/S7

Fanuc Motion Control

Epson robots

HMI software

Job description

Reliance Worldwide in Cullman, AL, is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to diagnose and rectify issues on automated machinery across our production plants. The role focuses on safe operation, troubleshooting, and implementing improvements to keep production up and running.

You will work with AC/DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and safety systems, using diagnostic tools and CMMS to document repairs and performance tips.