Automation Maintenance Technician III

EssilorLuxottica; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FGX International, part of EssilorLuxottica, seeks a skilled maintenance technician to support distribution center automation equipment. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining automated systems, robotics, and line interfaces, with strong focus on safety and documentation.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in engineering or related tech and 3+ years of manufacturing automation experience, including PLC/HMI, sensors, and electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certification in electrical repair and maintenance.
• 3+ years' experience troubleshooting and maintaining automated equipment.
• Strong analytic skills to understand automated systems.
• Familiarity with controls software.
• Experience with DC/AC and stepper motors, PLC and digital I/O logic.
• Experience with 120V-220V and 3 phase 480VAC.
• VFD/PLC/HMI troubleshooting experience.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of robotics/HMI/PLC.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Work with Engineers and Tech Support Technicians to adjust, upgrade and improve automated equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues—mechanical, electrical or computer-controlled.
• Repair or replace sensors, wiring and components; implement preventive solutions.
• Assemble and commission fixtures, equipment, machines, and robotic systems.
• Assist with applications development as needed.
• Maintain and document equipment changes in SAP Plant Maintenance.
• Ensure rapid return to service through thorough in-depth troubleshooting.
• Read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.

Skills

Automation troubleshooting

System diagnostics

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Robotics knowledge

PLC/HMI

Controls software

Analytical thinking

Education

Associates degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

FGX International, part of EssilorLuxottica, seeks a skilled maintenance technician to support distribution center automation equipment. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining automated systems, robotics, and line interfaces, with strong focus on safety and documentation.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in engineering or related tech and 3+ years of manufacturing automation experience, including PLC/HMI, sensors, and electrical systems.