Automation Technician – Robotics & Vision AI Deployment

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching up to 6%

Professional development via Schaeffle

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in the United States seeks a technically skilled Automation Professional to lead and support deployment of automation projects.

You will install, configure, and continuously improve robot and handling systems, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams. The role requires a foundational associate degree in a technical field and hands-on experience with automation controls, AI vision, and project management.

Qualifications

• Experience in automation-related environments and project management.
• Strong understanding of controls, systems engineering, and automation/AI vision tech.
• Proficient with Windows-based spreadsheets, PM tools, and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for automation, vision AI, and robotics.
• Lead and support automation deployment projects from planning to handover.
• Install, configure, and improve automation systems and handling technologies.
• Troubleshoot and repair automation equipment to reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, production, and partners to improve performance.
• Document installations, configurations, failures, and corrective actions clearly.
• Adapt hardware/software to new product variants to maintain stability.

Skills

Automation concepts

AI vision technology

Project management

Windows apps use

Troubleshooting & training

Education

Associate degree in technical field

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in the United States seeks a technically skilled Automation Professional to lead and support deployment of automation projects.

You will install, configure, and continuously improve robot and handling systems, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams. The role requires a foundational associate degree in a technical field and hands-on experience with automation controls, AI vision, and project management.