Automation Technician: Robotics, PLC & Vision Systems

SMC Ltd.; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMC Ltd. in the United States is seeking an Automation Technician to develop, set up, and maintain automation equipment and systems for new projects and ongoing operations.

You will troubleshoot EOATs, vision systems, laser etchers, and related equipment, supporting manufacturing uptime and product quality. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in automation, PLC programming, robotics, pneumatics, and electronics; able to read schematics; experienced with precision measurement tools; and proficient

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in automation within manufacturing.
• Experience with PLCs, vision systems, robotics, pneumatics, and electronics.
• Able to read and interpret electrical/pneumatic schematics and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot EOATs and downstream automation cells with minimal supervision.
• Analyze methods and equipment to cut costs and improve yield and safety.
• Lead major repairs and own assigned maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot robotic programs and support NPD and new launches.
• Document traceability and maintain cleanroom practices; ensure safety.

Skills

PLC programming

Vision systems

Robotics

Pneumatics

Electronics

Read schematics

Precision tools

English

Job description

SMC Ltd. in the United States is seeking an Automation Technician to develop, set up, and maintain automation equipment and systems for new projects and ongoing operations.

You will troubleshoot EOATs, vision systems, laser etchers, and related equipment, supporting manufacturing uptime and product quality. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in automation, PLC programming, robotics, pneumatics, and electronics; able to read schematics; experienced with precision measurement tools; and proficient