Automation Technician: Hybrid Role with Benefits

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

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.