Automation Technician: Mechatronics & Robotics

VVater; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A water treatment company in Texas is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to build, integrate, and maintain electro-mechanical and automated systems for advanced water purification technologies. The ideal candidate should have 3–7+ years of hands-on experience in automation and a strong mechanical aptitude. Responsibilities include installing actuators, troubleshooting hydraulic systems, and collaborating with engineers to develop automated solutions. This position requires a technical diploma or associate degree in Mechatronics or a related field.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of hands-on experience in automation, electromechanics, mechatronics, hydraulics, robotics, or industrial equipment assembly.
• Experience assembling and troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment used in automation assembly.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain actuators across mechanical systems.
• Assemble and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Integrate sensors and limit switches into automated assemblies.
• Conduct functional testing and calibration of actuators.

Skills

Hands-on experience in automation

Understanding of actuators and drive systems

Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic components

Basic understanding of PLC/controls signals

Ability to read mechanical drawings

Proficient with hand tools and power tools

Strong mechanical aptitude

Education

Technical diploma or associate degree in Mechatronics

Job description

A water treatment company in Texas is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to build, integrate, and maintain electro-mechanical and automated systems for advanced water purification technologies. The ideal candidate should have 3–7+ years of hands-on experience in automation and a strong mechanical aptitude. Responsibilities include installing actuators, troubleshooting hydraulic systems, and collaborating with engineers to develop automated solutions. This position requires a technical diploma or associate degree in Mechatronics or a related field.