Automation Controls Technician – PLC/SCADA Expert

Fox Factory; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Factory is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support and advise on automation projects built by outside suppliers, from concept design to commissioning and testing. You will handle software and hardware aspects, including SCADA and PLC programs, and you may perform electrical wiring as needed.

The role requires strong electrical knowledge, PLC/HMI experience, robotics, and the ability to collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to improve manufacturing methods and optimize

Qualifications

• Associates or technical degree preferred.
• 6+ years of manufacturing automation experience.
• Strong electrical knowledge with PLC/HMI and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Provide automation and process control support for 24/7 production plants.
• Identify and design SCADA & PLC programs to address improvements.
• Capable of wiring and electrical component installation.
• Collaborate with Engineering to develop and enhance manufacturing methods.
• Troubleshoot production issues with Maintenance and modify PLC programs for efficiency.
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance in automation projects.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

PLC programming

Robot control

Motion controls

Data acquisition

Vision system

Wiring

HMI programming

Education

Associate/Technical degree

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

SCADA

PLC programming software

HMI software

Job description

Fox Factory is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support and advise on automation projects built by outside suppliers, from concept design to commissioning and testing. You will handle software and hardware aspects, including SCADA and PLC programs, and you may perform electrical wiring as needed.

The role requires strong electrical knowledge, PLC/HMI experience, robotics, and the ability to collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to improve manufacturing methods and optimize