Automation Technician

Socket.dev; Antis Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Automation Technician to support three manufacturing locations in Tipton, Duncansville, and Altoona. You will participate in advanced manufacturing projects to drive further automation of production processes.

The role requires PLC programming experience, reading electrical schematics, troubleshooting, and building electrical control cabinets. Proficiency with VFDs, HMIs, and Robotic/Servo systems is a plus. On-site travel between sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or related engineering field.
• 2 years hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Desirable machine safety certifications for industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in advanced manufacturing projects to drive automation of production processes.
• Work with a diverse mix of manufacturing and production related machine control and networking applications.
• Troubleshoot existing manufacturing equipment across three locations to support current production lines.
• Lead automation projects from concept and design through installation and qualification within budget.
• Support and assist other manufacturing engineering projects from a controls perspective.
• Adhere to Safety, Environment, and Quality Standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Machine safety

HMI systems

VFD wiring

Electrical cabinets

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Robotics

Servo motors

MS Office

Safety certifications

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

RSLogix 500

RSLogix 5000

RSView/FactoryTalk View Studio

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Test equipment

Job description

We’re seeking a highly motivated Automation Technicianto join our growing team. This position supports our three manufacturing locations in Tipton, Duncansville, and Altoona.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in advanced manufacturing projects, to drive further automation of manufacturing process
• Work with diverse mix of manufacturing and production associated machine control and networking communication applications
• Troubleshoot existing manufacturing equipment (3 manufacturing locations) to support current product production lines. Demonstrated experience in reading electrical schematics and using test equipment to diagnose issues with but not limited to PLC’s, VFD’s, control systems, wiring, motors, relays, fuses, and control networks.
• Lead automation and controls projects from concept and design through purchase, installation, and qualification within budget
• Support and assist other manufacturing engineering projects from controls aspect
• Adhere to New Pig's Safety, Environment, and Quality Standards

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or other Engineering field
• 2 years hands-on experience in manufacturing environment
• This position will be the be the in-house expert on control system machine safety requirements. The ideal candidate will actively seek out, obtain, and maintain appropriate machine safety certifications.
• High degree of PLC programming and troubleshooting experience. Experience with Allen Bradley platform including the use of RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, and RSView/FactoryTalk View Studio preferred.
• Ability to design and build electrical control cabinets and run control wiring
• Demonstrated understanding of basic control system components: function, selection, and wiring. Including but not limited to: PLC, power supplies, relays, switches, fuses, circuit breakers, and motor starters.
• Demonstrated experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) – Selection and sizing; installation, wiring, and programming; troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience creating and/or maintaining HMI and machine interface systems
• Understanding of mechanical automation: pneumatic cylinders, solenoid valves, gearboxes, and motors.
• Competency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and/or 3D design (Solidworks preferred) as required to maintain control system documentation
• Basic knowledge of industrial power systems: phases/voltage, breakers, and equipment level power distribution
• Servo experience a plus
• Robotics experience a plus
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation to commute between locations as required