Automation Technician

BlueRidge Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Automation is seeking a full-time Automation Technician to support engineering and maintenance with electrical and automation troubleshooting, start-up, and commissioning to reduce downtime and increase production. The role may involve on-site client work or working from the Blue Ridge office.

The position requires strong knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, HMI/SCADA, and industrial communications, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow safety

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial electrical or service experience.
• Understanding of PLC programming methods.
• Experience with HMI & SCADA.
• Experience with Industrial Communications (ASi, DeviceNet, Ethernet).
• Ability to apply preventive and predictive maintenance methods.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and tech docs.
• Ability to work both in teams and independently.
• Familiarity with 480V and 277V systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment, motors, VFDs, control components, instrumentation, PLCs.
• Interpret electrical diagrams, mechanical schematics, OEM blueprints, and other docs.
• Follow site SOPs and safety standards; manage customer permit processes.
• Complete daily planned work orders per SOPs.
• Communicate effectively with plant operations to maintain client relationships.
• Coordinate with Plant Planner/Supervisor for improvements and repairs.
• Utilize customer CMMS system for maintenance activities.
• Source materials in emergencies.
• Perform other duties aligned with the role.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

HMI & SCADA

Industrial communications

Preventive maintenance

Technical documentation

Teamwork & independence

Electrical voltages (480V/277V)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About Us

Blue Ridge Automation is a leading automation company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to our core values: Teamwork, Character, Grit, Excellence, Progress, and Vision.

Job Summary

Blue Ridge Automation is seeking to fill a full-time Automation Technician position. This position will be responsible for supporting engineering and maintenance with electrical and automation troubleshooting; start-up, and commissioning support to reduce downtime, machine reliability, and increase production. list of things this position will be responsible for. Industrial Automation Technicians may be embedded at remote locations along with working out of the Blue Ridge office, or visiting client sites as needed for installs or other purposes.

Job Details

Position Type: Hourly Full-Time

Location: Onsite at Blue Ridge Client in Indianapolis

Shift: 12 hour day shift. Rotating every other weekend (Week 1: Mon, Thurs, Fri. Week 2: Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun)

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install various electrical equipment, motors, VFDs, control components, instrumentation, PLCs, etc.

• Utilize and interpret technical documentation such as electrical diagrams, mechanical schematics, technical publications, OEM blueprints, etc.

• Follow client site SOPs, adhere to all plant and company safety standards, and understand and execute the customers' permit process.

• Follow Blue Ridge Automation SOPs, and complete daily planned work orders as assigned.

• Communicate effectively with plant operations in order to build and maintain good relationships with clients.

• Work with Plant Planner/Supervisor for improvements and repairs.

• Utilize customers' CMMS system.

• Source materials in emergency situations.

• Other duties and responsibilities as needed in alignment with the role.

Job Requirements

• Experience with basic office programs to complete expense reports, quote materials, and generate reports.

• Effective time management and prioritization skills

• 3+ years of industrial electrical or service experience

• Understanding various PLC programming methods

• Experience with HMI & SCADA

• Experience with Industrial Communications like Asi bus, Device Net, and Ethernet

• Ability to follow preventive and predictive maintenance methods

• Proficiency in utilizing and interpreting technical documentation

• Ability to work with others and independently

• Understand 480V and 277V systems

• Experience in GMP regulated manufacturing environments preferred

• Understanding of control voltages, 24V, 120V, 0-10V, 0-15V, 4-20ma

• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve through technical solutions and know when to elevate to other teams or departments as needed.