Automation Technician: Robotics, PLCs & Vision Systems

US Conec Ltd.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

4 weeks PTO

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

US Conec, Ltd. in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a hands-on Automation Engineering Support Technician to maintain and improve automated manufacturing equipment used in precision fiber optic connectivity.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, and outside vendors to maximize equipment performance, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience supporting automated assembly equipment in a production environment.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with industrial robotics, PLCs, HMIs, servo motion systems, sensors, and machine vision systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and machine safety principles.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and collaboration across Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Quality.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, startup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose root causes of production equipment issues and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve reliability.
• Assist Automation Engineers with performance, trials, and process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for safety, quality, and OEE.
• Monitor processes and recommend improvements to throughput and quality.
• Modify automation programs and control systems under Automation Engineering guidance.
• Maintain equipment documentation including maintenance, calibration, and spare parts records.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, procedures, and operator training materials.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors for repairs, upgrades, and installations.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment supporting Lean initiatives.

Skills

Automation experience

Troubleshooting

Robotics & PLCs

Electrical & mechanical

Schematic reading

Safety compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Automation Technology

Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering Tech

Tools

PLC programming software

CAD software

Industrial automation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

US Conec, Ltd. in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a hands-on Automation Engineering Support Technician to maintain and improve automated manufacturing equipment used in precision fiber optic connectivity.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, and outside vendors to maximize equipment performance, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.