Automation Technician — PLC/SCADA Reliability Expert

Aurubis AG; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health coverage

Disability insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Aurubis AG is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and optimize plant control systems. You will ensure reliability of PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and related automation equipment to support safe production.

The role requires troubleshooting, installation support, and cross-functional collaboration with engineers, IT, and maintenance teams. Flexibility for on-call and travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Controls or Automation Technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley and/or Siemens).
• Experience with SCADA, HMI, DCS, and related automation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on plant automation and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation and controls issues to minimize downtime and maintain process reliability.
• Support installation, commissioning, and integration of new automation systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers, IT, and production teams on system upgrades, modifications, and process improvements.
• Interpret and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

SCADA

HMI

DCS

MES

SAP

LIMS

Electrical systems

MS Office

Teamwork

On-call travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen‑Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

SCADA

HMI

DCS

MES

SAP

LIMS

Job description

Aurubis AG is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and optimize plant control systems. You will ensure reliability of PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and related automation equipment to support safe production.

The role requires troubleshooting, installation support, and cross-functional collaboration with engineers, IT, and maintenance teams. Flexibility for on-call and travel may be needed.