Automation Technician

Flex-N-Gate LLC.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, prescription, vision,

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Extensive safety training and tuition

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate Detroit is seeking a Maintenance Automation Technician to support and initiate automation programs across the facility. You will implement and maintain automation projects and equipment, coordinating with maintenance and plant teams.

The role requires an engineering degree or equivalent, 2–4 years in automotive/manufacturing, and strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills. On-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in mechanical/electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years’ related experience in automotive/manufacturing industry.
• Ability to communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing; multi-tasking and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Contacts suppliers for quotations of equipment and reviews output quantity, quality, process reliability and downtime of equipment.
• Implements new equipment in plant and coordinates activities with maintenance.
• Organizes and maintains project schedules by communicating with plant personnel and supplier timing.
• Develops project objectives by conferring with management regarding design, setup and maintenance.
• Determines project specifications by preparing cost estimates.
• Develops and implements training programs for new equipment and automation cells.
• Identifies sources for required equipment and sets evaluation criteria with cross-functional input.
• Confirms product performance via capability tests/trials on prototypes and time studies.
• Conducts continuous improvement studies through automation design, cost-benefit analysis and maintenance.
• Ensure procurement of equipment matching needs and savings; bring all equipment up to mechanical and electrical standards.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication

Energy & Stress

Team Work

Problem Solving

Accountability & Dependability

Operating Equipment

Ethics & Integrity

Analytical

Education

University Degree/College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Email/ERP tools

Job description

Flex-N-Gate Detroit, 9201 St. Cyril St., Detroit, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Summary

The Maintenance Automation Technician’s role is to support and initiate automation programs throughout the facility by implementing and maintaining automation projects and equipment.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Energy and Stress
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment
• Ethics and Integrity
• Analytical

Job Duties

• Contacts suppliers for quotations of equipment and reviews output quantity, quality, process reliability and downtime of equipment;
• Implements new equipment in plant and co-ordinates activities with maintenance;
• Organizes and maintains project schedules by communicating with both plant personnel and supplier’s timing requirements;
• Develops project objectives by conferring with management regarding design, set-up and maintenance;
• Determines project specifications by preparing cost estimates;
• Develop and implement training programs for all new equipment and automation cells;
• Identifies and reviews various sources for required equipment and determines criteria for which equipment is to be evaluated with input from a cross-functional team;
• Confirms product performance by conducting capability tests/trials on prototype orders and time studies;
• Conducts continuous improvement studies through automation designing, cost-benefit analysis and maintenance;
• Ensure procurement of equipment that matches the intended needs and savings;
• Establishing and bring all equipment up to both mechanical and electrical standards.

Requirements

• University Degree/College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years’ related experience in an automotive/manufacturing industry.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
• Able to create alternative solutions to problems
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writingAble to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email
• Proven ability to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of basic computer hardware and applications software.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Flex-N-Gate Detroit, 9201 St. Cyril St., Detroit, Michigan, United States of America