Automation Technician – 2nd & 3rd Shift

Jobtailor; East Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Automation Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize industrial automation systems across PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and vision systems.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, system commissioning, operator training, and adherence to safety standards such as LOTO, with a strong focus on reliability and continuous improvement. Proactive collaboration with engineering and production teams is required.

Qualifications

• Technical training or experience in industrial automation/mechatronics.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and HMIs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automation equipment including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion systems.
• Diagnose faults via PLC interfaces, diagnostic screens, and logs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on sensors, actuators, conveyors, and vision systems.
• Support integration, testing, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Assist with improvements and optimization of automated sequences.
• Train operators on operation, safety, and basic troubleshooting.
• Document findings and support safety and reliability initiatives.

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

HMI systems

Fanuc robotics

ABB robotics

Yaskawa robotics

Vision systems

EtherNet/IP

ProfiNet

Encoders

Job description

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automation equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control systems, and field devices.
• Diagnose equipment faults through PLC interfaces, diagnostic screens, and system logs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automation systems such as sensors, actuators, robotics, conveyors, servo systems, and vision inspection equipment.
• Support integration, testing, and commissioning of new automated equipment or upgrades.
• Assist engineering with improvements and optimization of automated sequences.
• Perform routine maintenance on robotic cells and motion systems.
• Troubleshoot robotic and servo motion faults and safety interlocks.
• Maintain and support operation of vision‑guided robotics and inspection systems.
• Maintain and replace automation‑related components such as photoeyes, limit switches, encoders, pneumatic actuators, and solenoid valves.
• Utilize I/O monitoring tools to diagnose device or signal issues.
• Train operators on automation equipment, including correct operation, safe use, and basic troubleshooting.
• Coach operators to recognize abnormal equipment behavior.
• Respond to downtime events and perform rapid troubleshooting of automated systems.
• Document maintenance work and root‑cause findings.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Support Production in various departments by assisting with equipment issues and ensuring automated systems operate as intended.
• Follow all site safety policies, LOTO procedures, and safeguarding requirements.
• Identify and elevate risks involving automation controls, robotics, or safety circuits.
• Participate in safety reviews and compliance audits.

Requirements

• Technical training or experience in industrial automation, mechatronics, robotics, or electro‑mechanical systems.
• Understanding of PLC architecture, sensors, and machine control systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and automation schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience supporting automated production systems.
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens) and HMIs.
• Familiarity with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, ProfiNet).
• Knowledge of robotics (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa) and vision systems.
• Experience with Lean, TPM, or reliability‑centered maintenance practices.