Automation Technican

GE Vernova; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Allentown, PA is seeking an Automation & Robotics Technician to install, maintain, and optimize automated equipment and robotic systems on the manufacturing floor. You will work with engineers, maintenance, and production staff to keep systems safe, reliable, and productive.

The role requires an associate degree or technical cert in mechatronics, robotics, or industrial automation, plus 2+ years in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in mechatronics, robotics, industrial automation, electrical, or mechanical technology.
• 2+ years of manufacturing or automation experience.
• Basic knowledge of industrial robotics, PLC systems, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain robotic systems and automated production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on robotic cells, conveyors, sensors, and automated machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues.
• Assist with programming, editing, and troubleshooting PLC programs and robot programs.
• Work with HMI interfaces to monitor and adjust system operations.
• Support automation engineers with new equipment installations and system upgrades.
• Participate in commissioning and startup of new robotic cells and systems.
• Respond to downtime events and collaborate with production teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain documentation of repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities.
• Follow safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Robotics troubleshooting

Electrical diagnostics

PLC fundamentals

Mechanical diagnostics

Schematic reading

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics

Robotics

Industrial Automation

Electrical or Mechanical Technology

Tools

HMI interfaces

Industrial robots

Conveyors

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Automation & Robotics Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated equipment and robotic systems used in a manufacturing environment. This role supports production operations by ensuring automated systems operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. The technician works closely with engineers, maintenance teams, and production staff to improve system performance and reliability.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Robotics Support

• Install, configure, and maintain robotic systems and automated production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on robotic cells, conveyors, sensors, and automated machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues.

Programming & Controls

• Assist with programming, editing, and troubleshooting robotic, CNC, and PLC programs.
• Support PLC troubleshooting, modifications, and I/O diagnostics.
• Work with HMI interfaces to monitor and adjust system operations.

System Integration & Improvements

• Support automation engineers with new equipment installations and system upgrades.
• Participate in commissioning and startup of new robotic cells and automated systems.
• Recommend improvements to increase reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Production Support

• Respond to automation-related downtime events quickly and effectively.
• Work with production teams to diagnose and resolve process issues.
• Maintain documentation of repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities.
• Engage in reliability engineering efforts – FMEA, Spares, TPM, Etc.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all industry, regional, and GE Vernova safety standards.
• Assist with lockout/tagout procedures and machine safety verification.
• Ensure systems operate in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in:
  • Mechatronics
  • Robotics
  • Industrial Automation
  • Electrical or Mechanical Technology (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing or automation environment.
• Basic knowledge of:
  • Industrial robotics
  • PLC systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Mechanical systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robots and cobots such as:
  • FANUC robots
  • KUKA robots
  • ABB robots
  • Yaskawa Motoman robots
• Familiarity with PLC platforms such as:
  • Siemens
  • Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)
• Experience with:
  • Servo systems
  • Sensor actuator feedback loops
  • Industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet)
  • Vision systems
  • Conveyor automation

Key Skills

• Robotics troubleshooting
• Electrical and mechanical diagnostics
• PLC and automation fundamentals
• Blueprint and electrical schematic reading
• Problem solving and root cause analysis
• Strong communication and teamwork

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing shop floor
• Exposure to moving machinery, robotics cells, and electrical systems
• Requires use of PPE
• May require standing, lifting per local site requirements, climbing ladders, work from height, and working in confined areas

Pay Transparency: The pay range for this position is $40.00/hr - $50.00/hr.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only: The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 12, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date). GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.