Automation & Electrical Maintenance Tech

Motherson Group; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Assemblies, Motherson Sequencing and Assembly Services (MSAS) is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to diagnose, repair and service manufacturing tools and automation systems in our Sterling Heights facility. You will perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, support uptime, and participate in equipment installations and improvements.

Key responsibilities include repairing assembly automation equipment, troubleshooting drives and controls, performing light

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with assembly automation repair and manufacturing production tools.
• Proficiency with electrical schematics and motor control systems (VFDs, servo drives).
• Familiarity with Lock-out/Tag-out procedures and industrial safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of repairs on manufacturing tools, equipment, machinery, and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation-related issues
• Support production equipment uptime through preventative and corrective maintenance
• Diagnose and repair assembly automation systems and manufacturing production tools
• Troubleshoot electrical controls, motor controls, drives, VFD drives, relays, contactors, sensors and related systems
• Perform light fabrication and MIG welding as needed
• Follow Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO) procedures and maintain a safe working environment
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and continuous improvement projects
• Maintain maintenance records such as work orders and preventive maintenance and communicate repair status effectively

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Automation repair

Pneumatic systems

MIG welding

Tool repair

Electrical schematics

LOTO safety

Motor controls & VFDs

Job description

Integrated Assemblies, Motherson Sequencing and Assembly Services (MSAS) is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to diagnose, repair and service manufacturing tools and automation systems in our Sterling Heights facility. You will perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, support uptime, and participate in equipment installations and improvements.

Key responsibilities include repairing assembly automation equipment, troubleshooting drives and controls, performing light