Automation Technician

Accelera; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Minnesota is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex automated manufacturing equipment and control systems. You will tackle faults in PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and motion systems, with a focus on preventing downtime and supporting new system deployments.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in industrial automation, a background with HMI/PLC (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley), and familiarity with Epson robots.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with industrial manufacturing equipment, controls, or automation.
• Proficient in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with HMI and PLC systems (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley).
• Experience servicing, programming, and diagnosing Epson robotic systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals and electrical blueprints.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics or related field preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/medical device regulated sectors a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex automated manufacturing machinery and control systems.
• Identify and resolve faults within PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, motion control, and pneumatic/electrical systems.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment availability and minimize downtime.
• Assist in deployment, commissioning, qualification, and validation of updated or new automated systems.
• Adjust automation system parameters, configurations, and programming as authorized.
• Analyze technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics to support maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to boost reliability and performance of production equipment.
• Contribute to operator training, continuous improvement initiatives, and root-cause analysis efforts.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

HMI/PLC systems

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Robotic systems

Reading blueprints

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

Job description

Compensation: $25-$38/hr, plus a $1/hr premium for night shifts.

Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing

Schedule: 2-2-3 rotation (6AM-6PM or 6PM-6AM), providing three or four days off every week.

Core Responsibilities:

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex automated manufacturing machinery and control systems.
• Identify and resolve faults within PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, motion control, and pneumatic/electrical systems.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure peak equipment availability and reduce operational downtime.
• Assist in the deployment, commissioning, qualification, and validation of updated or new automated systems.
• Adjust automation system parameters, configurations, and programming as authorized.
• Analyze technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics to support maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to boost the reliability and performance of production equipment.
• Contribute to operator training, continuous improvement initiatives, and root-cause analysis efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience working with industrial manufacturing equipment, controls, or automation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with HMI and PLC systems, specifically those from Rockwell/Allen-Bradley.
• Background in servicing, programming, and diagnosing Epson robotic systems.
• Competency in interpreting technical manuals and electrical blueprints.
• An Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering Technology is preferred.
• Prior experience working within pharmaceutical, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing sectors is a plus.