Automation Tech

EssilorLuxottica; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking an Automation Technician, a technical expert responsible for maintaining and optimizing advanced manufacturing automation systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with industrial electrical systems, PLCs, robotics, and motion controls.

This role involves troubleshooting complex equipment issues and providing support for engineering projects, requiring a solid understanding of electrical schematics and technical manuals. Competitive pay and benefits are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance focused on manufacturing automation.
• Experience with root-cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical systems up to 480 V.
• Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled equipment using Allen-Bradley and Siemens.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on robotic sortation systems.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLCs

Robotics

Motion controls

Automated material handling

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field

Job description

The Automation Technician

The Automation Technician is a technical expert responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing advanced manufacturing automation systems in a high‑volume distribution and production environment. This role requires extensive experience in industrial electrical systems, PLCs, robotics, motion controls, sensors, and automated material handling. The Automation Technician serves as the technical resource for complex equipment issues and is expected to diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and control‑related problems.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical systems up to 480 V, including motors, drives, transformers, control panels, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and repair PLC‑controlled equipment using Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, and other industrial control platforms.
• Troubleshoot servo systems, variable frequency drives (VFDs), HMIs, sensors, encoders, and networked control systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, P&ID diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on robotic sortation systems, AMRs, SureSort equipment, conveyors, and automated packaging systems.
• Optimize equipment performance to improve uptime, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead root‑cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions for recurring failures.
• Support engineering projects, installations, and system upgrades.
• Recommend design and process improvements based on equipment performance data.
• Mentor and train technicians on troubleshooting techniques, safety standards, and best practices.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and vendors to resolve complex issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards.
• Support after‑hours and weekend shifts as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance with a strong focus on manufacturing automation.
• Experience with root‑cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with AMRs, SureSort systems, and automated distribution equipment.

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.