Automation & Electrical Controls Technician

Kymera International; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kymera International is seeking an Electrical Technician to directly support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, panel fabrication, and control system optimization. The role collaborates with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose electrical and automation issues and build custom control panels for production equipment.

The ideal candidate will have an Electrician Journeyman card, 8+ years of electrical experience, and strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and safety devices, with

Qualifications

• Must hold an Electrician Journeyman card or license and 8 years of electrical experience.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing environment experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and safety devices.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic electrical testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues in real-time with maintenance and engineering teams.
• Provide support for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and safety devices.
• Update and maintain electrical and control documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs).
• Build and wire custom electrical control panels from schematics and layout drawings.
• Install control panels and integrate them with machinery and production equipment.
• Test panel functionality and troubleshoot prior to deployment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Safety culture

Team leadership/ coaching

Multitasking

Education

Electrician Journeyman card or Electrician license

Tools

Studio 5000

RSLogix 500/5

FactoryTalk View Studio

Multimeters

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Kymera International is seeking an Electrical Technician to directly support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, panel fabrication, and control system optimization. The role collaborates with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose electrical and automation issues and build custom control panels for production equipment.

The ideal candidate will have an Electrician Journeyman card, 8+ years of electrical experience, and strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and safety devices, with