Automation Mechatronics Engineer/Technician

F & M COMPANIES, INC.; Town of Osceola (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

F & M COMPANIES, INC. is seeking an Automation Mechatronics professional to build, integrate, troubleshoot and maintain custom manufacturing equipment.

The role blends mechanical know-how with system integration and a working knowledge of electrical controls and automation to support asset performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across operations. You will work with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to resolve issues, implement design improvements for safety and

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical technology or mechatronics with hands-on equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, or drive systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs and industrial automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Build and modify custom equipment including tooling, guarding, drive systems, and structural assemblies.
• Install and integrate pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot, align, and improve equipment performance.
• Install and integrate control panels, sensors, motors, and automation components.
• Work with team to startups, commissioning, validation, and operations improvements.
• Read mechanical drawings, layouts, and electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to resolve issues.
• Recommend design improvements to enhance safety and reliability.
• Maintain documentation of builds, modifications, troubleshooting.
• Support preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Equipment modification/building

Electrical schematics reading

Teamwork & communication

Industrial automation troubleshooting

Pneumatics & electrical systems

Tools

PLC systems

Electrical control systems

Job description

Job Summary:

The Automation Mechatronics Role is responsible for building, integrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining custom manufacturing equipment. F&M designs, builds and maintains its own proprietary equipment. This role combines a strong mechanical foundation with system integration and a working knowledge of electrical controls and automation. The Automation Mechatronics Role is critical in supporting equipment performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across operations.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and modify custom manufacturing equipment including tooling, guarding, drive systems, motion components, and structural assemblies
• Install and integrate pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems to support equipment functionality
• Perform troubleshooting, alignment, adjustment, and other improvements on equipment
• Perform installation and integration of control panels, sensors, motors, and automation components
• Work with a team to perform equipment startups, commissioning, validation, and operations improvements
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, layout diagrams, prints, and basic electrical schematics
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Maintenance and Operations teams to resolve mechanical and system performance issues
• Recommend and implement design improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency
• Maintain documentation of equipment builds, modifications, and troubleshooting activities
• Support preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, (or equivalent hands on experience)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands on equipment experience and proven troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of PLC’s and industrial automation (troubleshooting level preferred)
• Strong understanding of pneumatics, electrical systems, sensors, drives, and control components
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to independently build and modify equipment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Work Environment:

• Frequently exposed to heat generated by ovens and manufacturing equipment
• May be exposed to seasonal temperature variations (heat, cold, humidity) depending on facility conditions
• May be exposed to chemical substances and fumes during normal operations; exposure is controlled through established safety procedures and required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Noise level varies from moderate to occasionally high; hearing protection is provided and required where applicable