Automation Technician: Robotics & Smart-Systems Specialist

Dana Incorporated; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking an Automation/Robotics Technician to support the development and maintenance of automated production cells. The role involves assembling, programming, and troubleshooting new work cells, and ensuring reliable operation of robotics systems and PLCs on the manufacturing floor.

You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with cell layouts, and help implement quality checks while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Vocational School course or 2-year degree in Automation/Robotics/Engineering and/or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of RS Logix, KAREL, vision systems, and basic computer software skills
• Must be self-directed and motivated individual who is willing to accept responsibility
• Must be flexible, willing, and able to work excess hours when needed
• Attend training when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safe, efficient automated systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, robotic, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, and make recommendations/decisions.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance procedures and respond to unscheduled work orders.
• Assemble, install, program, and troubleshoot new work cells.
• Troubleshoot existing work cells as needed.
• Aid in design/implementation of cell layouts and various projects.
• Aid in design/implementation of quality check systems in work cells.
• Continuously improve design/operation of components in work cells.
• Keep production equipment and robotics area clean and orderly.
• Support code for programmable devices, such as robots, servo drives, and PLCs in accordance with company standards
• Aid in generating concise operator instructions for existing and new automated systems

Skills

Automation

Robotics

PLC programming

RS Logix

KAREL

Vision systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

Vocational School or 2-year degree in Automation/Robotics/Engineering

Tools

RS Logix

KAREL

Vision systems

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking an Automation/Robotics Technician to support the development and maintenance of automated production cells. The role involves assembling, programming, and troubleshooting new work cells, and ensuring reliable operation of robotics systems and PLCs on the manufacturing floor.

You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with cell layouts, and help implement quality checks while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.