Controls Automation Technician

lego; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Care Leave

Life and Disability Insurance

Headspace Wellbeing Access

Colleague Discount

Performance Bonus

Job summary

LEGO Manufacturing Virginia is seeking a Controls Technician to support automated manufacturing systems, troubleshoot controls-related issues, and drive improvements in system performance and reliability.

The role involves collaborating with Operations, Maintenance Automation, and Engineering to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, while adhering to safety policies and documenting investigations and changes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation or control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC, HMI, robotic, and industrial automation systems.
• Understanding of industrial communication networks and automation devices.
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing processes and machine sequences of operation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Validate machine sequence of operation and verify systems are performing as intended.
• Investigate automation-related issues that cannot be attributed to equipment failure.
• Identify recurring faults, nuisance stops, timing issues, and abnormal system behavior.
• Support troubleshooting of intermittent and difficult-to-replicate automation issues.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance Automation, and Engineering to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot issues involving PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision systems, sensors, and industrial communications
• Support startup, recovery, and operational validation following maintenance activities and system changes
• Verify proper interaction between machines, operators, and automation systems
• Support implementation and validation of approved controls improvements
• Identify opportunities to reduce minor stops, recurring faults, and automation-related production losses
• Assist with testing and commissioning activities for system upgrades and modifications
• Maintain records of controls-related investigations, system changes, and corrective actions
• Update documentation and support change management processes as required
• Follow plant safety policies including Lockout/Tagout, arc-flash, and electrical safety standards
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations when automation systems are involved

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC troubleshooting

HMI/Robotics troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Industrial communications

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics

Automation Technology

Engineering Technology

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about industrial automation and solving complex equipment challenges? As a Controls Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting automated manufacturing systems by troubleshooting controls-related issues, improving system performance, and helping ensure reliable production operations.

Compensation & Schedule

Starting Pay: $40.25/hr.

Night Shift Premium: 10% shift differential ($44.27/hr.)

Schedule: 2-2-3 rotation, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Validate machine sequence of operation and verify systems are performing as intended
• Investigate automation-related issues that cannot be attributed to equipment failure
• Identify recurring faults, nuisance stops, timing issues, and abnormal system behavior
• Support troubleshooting of intermittent and difficult-to-replicate automation issues
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance Automation, and Engineering to identify root causes and corrective actions
• Troubleshoot issues involving PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision systems, sensors, and industrial communications
• Support startup, recovery, and operational validation following maintenance activities and system changes
• Verify proper interaction between machines, operators, and automation systems
• Support implementation and validation of approved controls improvements
• Identify opportunities to reduce minor stops, recurring faults, and automation-related production losses
• Assist with testing and commissioning activities for system upgrades and modifications
• Maintain records of controls-related investigations, system changes, and corrective actions
• Update documentation and support change management processes as required
• Follow plant safety policies including Lockout/Tagout, arc-flash, and electrical safety standards
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations when automation systems are involved

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation or control systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC, HMI, robotic, and industrial automation systems.
• Understanding of industrial communication networks and automation devices.
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing processes and machine sequences of operation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Experience supporting highly automated manufacturing operations.
• Experience with system commissioning, controls validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with robotics, vision systems, and advanced industrial automation technologies.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with advanced automation and manufacturing technologies.
• Exposure to complex robotics, controls, and automated systems.
• Career growth and development opportunities within LEGO Manufacturing Virginia.
• Collaborative environment working alongside Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and OT teams.
• Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Safe, team-oriented workplace focused on learning, innovation, and quality.

Compensation

The salary for this position has a range of $40.25 - $40.25 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.

What's in it for you?

• Family Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances - All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing - We want you to be your best self, so you'll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
• Colleague Discount - We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
• Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be