Automation Technician: PLCs, Robotics & Field Installation

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is hiring an Automation Technician to build, install, troubleshoot, and support automated manufacturing equipment. You will apply electrical and automation expertise to ensure safe, reliable, and peak‑performing systems within our manufacturing operations.

Working with engineers and production teams, you will drive project execution, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement, while traveling to sites for installations, commissioning, and service as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical controls wiring, automation equipment assembly, industrial automation support, or related education/experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and 2D/3D CAD drawings.
• Experience wiring systems from power distribution through control logic and I/O devices.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, robotics, vision systems and automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and pneumatic assembly, installation, startup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated manufacturing equipment.
• Build, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical control panels, high- and low-voltage systems, and automation components including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, robotics, vision systems, sensors, and pneumatic devices.
• Support mechanical assembly, equipment integration, FAT, SAT, and field installations.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and engineering drawings to complete installations and modifications.
• Use electrical testing equipment to diagnose issues, investigate equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance and training to plant personnel on equipment operation, maintenance, and best practices.
• Travel as needed to support equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and service activities.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical apprenticeship program

Technical training in Electrical Technology / Industrial Maintenance / Mechatronics / Automation Technology

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Servo systems

Robotics

Vision systems

Electrical CAD drawings

Job description

Baxter International Inc. is hiring an Automation Technician to build, install, troubleshoot, and support automated manufacturing equipment. You will apply electrical and automation expertise to ensure safe, reliable, and peak‑performing systems within our manufacturing operations.

Working with engineers and production teams, you will drive project execution, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement, while traveling to sites for installations, commissioning, and service as needed.