Controls Automation Tech - PLC/Robotics Expert (Night Shift)

the LEGO Group

Richmond (VA)

On-site

Confidential

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Family Care Leave
Life and disability insurance
Headspace App
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Bonus scheme

Job summary

The LEGO Group in Richmond, VA seeks a Controls Technician to support automated manufacturing systems, troubleshoot controls issues, and drive performance improvements. You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and OT teams to resolve downtime, validate machine sequences, and implement corrective actions across PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.

Qualified candidates bring 3+ years in industrial automation, ability to read schematics, and experience with Rockwell Automation

Qualifications

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
  • Experience troubleshooting PLC, HMI, robotics, and automation systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and validate operation of automated manufacturing systems.
  • Investigate automation-related production issues and abnormal equipment behavior.
  • Validate machine sequences and verify systems operate as intended.
  • Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and OT teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision systems, sensors, and networks.
  • Support equipment startup, recovery, and validation after maintenance or system changes.
  • Verify interaction between machines, operators, and automation systems.
  • Assist with testing, commissioning, and system upgrades.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of troubleshooting activities and changes.
  • Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and investigations involving automation.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading
PLC troubleshooting
Analytical problem-solving
Verbal and written communication
Documentation practices
Physical ability to lift

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

Rockwell Automation
Robotics systems

Job description

The LEGO Group in Richmond, VA seeks a Controls Technician to support automated manufacturing systems, troubleshoot controls issues, and drive performance improvements. You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and OT teams to resolve downtime, validate machine sequences, and implement corrective actions across PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.

Qualified candidates bring 3+ years in industrial automation, ability to read schematics, and experience with Rockwell Automation

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