Automation Engineering Technician III

Connexion Systems & Engineering Inc.

North Smithfield (RI)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering is seeking an Automation Engineering Technician III in North Smithfield, RI for a full-time, first-shift role. You will support and maintain advanced automation systems, including robotics and PLCs, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, troubleshooting complex issues and implementing improvements to maximize equipment uptime.

You’ll mentor junior technicians, participate in startup and changeover activities, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

3+ years of automation, robotics, or industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong troubleshooting experience with: Industrial automation systems; Robotics PLCs; Electrical controls; Automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining automated production equipment.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot control systems.
Experience using multimeters, electrical testing equipment, and diagnostic tools.
Hands‑on mechanical aptitude with fabrication and equipment repair.
Experience training or mentoring junior technicians is preferred.
Injection molding or automated manufacturing experience is highly desirable.
Stable work history with demonstrated reliability.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated manufacturing equipment and robotic systems.
Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and startup activities for automated production cells.
Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC-related issues to minimize downtime.
Upload, back up, and troubleshoot PLC programs.
Support vision systems and make basic programming adjustments when needed.
Perform preventative maintenance and recommend process or equipment improvements.
Fabricate and modify automation components using machine shop equipment and hand tools.
Set up and adjust vibratory feeding systems and other automated support equipment.
Train and mentor junior automation technicians on equipment setup, troubleshooting, and best practices.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following manufacturing and safety standards.

Skills

Automation

Robotics

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Diagnostics tools

Mechanical aptitude

Mentoring

Injection molding

Stable work history

Tools

Multimeters

Electrical testing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Connexion’s mission is to provide \"best in class\" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve. Join a High-Tech Manufacturing Team!

Title: Automation Engineering Technician III

Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Duration: Full-Time | Permanent

Pay rate: $33–$35/hour

Job Location: North Smithfield, RI

Schedule: 1st Shift | 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM

Job#: bh19293

Description

We're seeking an experienced Automation Engineering Technician III to support and maintain advanced automation systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you have strong troubleshooting skills, hands‑on experience with robotics and PLCs, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing engineering team. This role is ideal for someone with a background in industrial automation who is ready to take on a leadership role by mentoring junior technicians while keeping automated production systems operating at peak performance.

What You'll Do

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated manufacturing equipment and robotic systems.
Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and startup activities for automated production cells.
Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC-related issues to minimize downtime.
Upload, back up, and troubleshoot PLC programs.
Support vision systems and make basic programming adjustments when needed.
Perform preventative maintenance and recommend process or equipment improvements.
Fabricate and modify automation components using machine shop equipment and hand tools.
Set up and adjust vibratory feeding systems and other automated support equipment.
Train and mentor junior automation technicians on equipment setup, troubleshooting, and best practices.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following manufacturing and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

3+ years of automation, robotics, or industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong troubleshooting experience with: Industrial automation systems; Robotics PLCs; Electrical controls; Automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining automated production equipment.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot control systems.
Experience using multimeters, electrical testing equipment, and diagnostic tools.
Hands‑on mechanical aptitude with fabrication and equipment repair.
Experience training or mentoring junior technicians is preferred.
Injection molding or automated manufacturing experience is highly desirable.
Stable work history with demonstrated reliability.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Permanent, full-time position with long-term career stability. Work with advanced robotics and automated manufacturing technologies. Opportunity to mentor and develop junior technicians. Collaborative engineering and maintenance team. Competitive hourly pay with opportunities for overtime. Excellent opportunity to expand your automation and controls expertise.

Compensation & Benefits