Automation Technician: PLCs, HMI & Control Systems Expert

Matthey

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401K match
20 days PTO
Health insurance
Disability insurance

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in Smithfield, PA is seeking an Automation Technician to support and maintain automation control systems within a manufacturing setting. You will troubleshoot PLC/HMI equipment, perform routine maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance staff to ensure safe and efficient production.

The role requires an Associate degree or related discipline, familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems, and strong problem-solving abilities. Hybrid/onsite work and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent in a related discipline.
  • Experience with PLCs, HMI/SCADA, and industrial automation in manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems including drives and power distribution.
  • Familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems (ControlLogix, RSLogix 5000) is advantageous.
  • Good communication and cross-team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support operation of automation control systems to maintain safe, reliable production.
  • Troubleshoot control system and equipment issues with production and maintenance teams.
  • Perform maintenance on automated electrical equipment including PLCs, HMIs and servo drives.
  • Update control systems documentation and assist in program modifications.
  • Collaborate with external vendors to diagnose complex automation issues.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI/SCADA
Industrial networks
Troubleshooting
Electrical systems

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
RSLogix 5000
HMI/SCADA systems

Job description

Johnson Matthey in Smithfield, PA is seeking an Automation Technician to support and maintain automation control systems within a manufacturing setting. You will troubleshoot PLC/HMI equipment, perform routine maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance staff to ensure safe and efficient production.

The role requires an Associate degree or related discipline, familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems, and strong problem-solving abilities. Hybrid/onsite work and comprehensive benefits are offered.

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