Automation Technician

Matthey; Smithfield (PA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings (401K Match, plusem

20 days annual PTO

Life and Disability Insurance

Health Insurance (Medical,Prescription

Voluntary Benefits

Wellbeing Programs and Incentives

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc in Smithfield, Pennsylvania, is seeking an Automation Technician to support and maintain automated production systems, troubleshoot control hardware, and collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance.

Candidates should have PLC/HMI/SCADA experience, strong electrical knowledge, and familiarity with Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix/RSLogix 5000. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work option.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, IT, CS or related discipline.
• Experience with PLCs and HMI/SCADA in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems incl. drives and power distribution.
• Ability to analyse faults and identify root causes.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems (ControlLogix, RSLogix 5000) and industrial networks.
• Strong communication and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of automation control systems to maintain safe, reliable and efficient production.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system and equipment issues with production and maintenance teams.
• Perform maintenance and adjustments on automated electrical equipment including PLCs, HMIs, drives and servo systems.
• Update control systems documentation and support program modifications to improve performance.
• Work with external vendors to diagnose and resolve complex automation issues.
• Train colleagues on troubleshooting techniques and safe maintenance practices.

Skills

PLCs

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networks

Allen-Bradley

Root cause analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

ControlLogix

RSLogix 5000

Industrial networks

Job description

Automation Technician

Location: Smithfield, Pennsylvania, United States

About the role

As an Automation Technician, you will help drive our goals by:

• Supporting the operation of automation control systems to maintain safe, reliable and efficient production
• Troubleshooting and resolving control system and equipment issues with production and maintenance teams
• Performing maintenance and adjustments on automated electrical equipment including PLCs, HMIs, drives and servo systems
• Updating control systems documentation and supporting program modifications to improve performance
• Working with external vendors to diagnose and resolve complex automation issues
• Training colleagues on troubleshooting techniques and safe maintenance practices

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline
• Experience with PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems and industrial automation in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, including drives, control panels and power distribution
• Ability to analyse faults, identify root causes and implement effective solutions
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems (ControlLogix, RSLogix 5000) and industrial networks is advantageous
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirement plans that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.