Automation Technician – PLCs, Robotics & Troubleshooting

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage from day 1

Paid time off 20–35 days

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking an Automation Technician to build, install, troubleshoot, and support automated manufacturing equipment. You’ll combine electrical and automation expertise to ensure safe, reliable operation and peak performance across production lines.

You will collaborate with engineers and manufacturing teams on projects from assembly through startup, with emphasis on equipment reliability and continuous improvement. Eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years in electrical controls wiring or automation equipment assembly.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and CAD drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform wiring, installation, startup, maintenance and repair of automated manufacturing equipment.
• Build and test electrical control panels and system components (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems).
• Support FAT/SAT, field installations and equipment commissioning.

Skills

Electrical controls

Wiring practices

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical apprenticeship program

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

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Robotics

Vision systems

Job description

Baxter International Inc. is seeking an Automation Technician to build, install, troubleshoot, and support automated manufacturing equipment. You’ll combine electrical and automation expertise to ensure safe, reliable operation and peak performance across production lines.

You will collaborate with engineers and manufacturing teams on projects from assembly through startup, with emphasis on equipment reliability and continuous improvement. Eligible for discretionary bonuses.