Automation Technician

IEP Worldwide; Fair Play (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

IEP Worldwide is seeking an Automation Technician in Fair Play, Missouri, to build, install, configure, and maintain automation equipment across industrial environments. You will diagnose issues, perform mechanical and electrical repairs, and support upgrades and migrations with engineers and other technicians to ensure safe, efficient operation of automated machinery.

Ideal candidates have hands-on panel building experience, strong knowledge of electrical systems, and a proactive safety

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues in automation equipment and related systems.
• Hands-on experience with panel building and installation. Troubleshooting is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of electricity and industrial electrical systems, including reading schematics and working safely with power and controls.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on machines and automation systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Background in industrial automation, including PLCs, sensors, actuators, and control systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, test equipment, and diagnostic software safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, safety-focused mindset, and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in industrial or manufacturing settings is beneficial; willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, configure, and maintain automation equipment and systems across industrial environments.
• Build control panels and diagnose equipment issues; perform mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to implement upgrades and migrations; ensure safe operation of automated machinery.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Panel building

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Industrial automation

PLCs

Sensors/Actuators

Hand tools

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic software

Test equipment

Power tools

Job description

Company Description

IEP Worldwide is a family-owned business founded in 2013, focused on delivering high-quality service, innovative custom solutions, and strong long-term partnerships. The company's core expertise is in industrial automation, covering OEM design, implementation, MRO projects, migrations, fabrication, installation, and ongoing machine maintenance. In 2023, IEP Worldwide expanded with IEP Metals to provide metal materials for residential, commercial, and construction projects. The team works closely with customers on projects of all sizes, developing tailored solutions that are efficient, reliable, and aligned with their operational needs.

Role Description

The Automation Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Fair Play, MO. This position is responsible for building, installing, configuring, and maintaining automation equipment and systems across industrial environments. Day-to-day tasks include building control panels, diagnosing equipment issues, performing mechanical and electrical repairs. The Automation Technician will collaborate with engineers and other technicians to implement upgrades, support migrations, and ensure safe and efficient operation of automated machinery.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues in automation equipment and related systems.
• Hands-on experience with panel building and installation. Troubleshooting is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of electricity and industrial electrical systems, including reading schematics and working safely with power and controls.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on machines and automation systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Background in industrial automation, including PLCs, sensors, actuators, and control systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, test equipment, and diagnostic software safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, safety-focused mindset, and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in industrial or manufacturing settings is beneficial; willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies is essential.