Electrical Automation Technician

Ethos; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

401k/IRA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Job summary

Ethos in North Carolina (Kinston) is seeking an Electrical Automation Technician to drive maintenance, programming, and continuous improvement of our plant automation systems. You will decode schematics, troubleshoot complex equipment, and collaborate with the automation team to shape the long-term technology roadmap and ensure reliable, safe operations daily.

This role requires an Associate’s degree with 2+ years’ experience, experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell, and proven programming

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or technical school with 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation is required.
• Programming experience is REQUIRED.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret electrical schematics and manuals in English.

Responsibilities

• Decode complex electrical schematics and user manuals to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Solve automation and robotics software issues to optimize processes.
• Resolve PLC and touchscreen issues to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Assist with network troubleshooting and control networking issues to keep systems reliable.
• Collaborate with IT to maintain and troubleshoot servers for smooth operations.
• Identify and drive automation improvements to increase speed, efficiency, and reliability.
• Advise management and engineering on innovative projects and technologies.

Skills

Programming experience

Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation

English reading/writing

Team communication

Education

Associate degree

Tools

RS Logix 5000

Job description

Electrical Automation Technician

You will be key in driving automation solutions, from initial setup and programming to ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting. Collaborate closely with the automation team to help shape and refine the long-term technological roadmap for the plant, ensuring we continuously evolve and optimize our systems. Utilizing your expertise in electrical controls and automation technologies, you'll provide innovative solutions that address real-world manufacturing challenges, improving our processes and ensuring seamless operations on a daily basis.

Position Responsibilities: ?????????Decode complex electrical schematics and user manuals to troubleshoot and maintain cutting-edge equipment, keeping operations running smoothly. ?????????Solve automation and robotics software issues, applying advanced problem-solving skills to optimize processes. ?????????Tackle hardware challenges head-on by resolving PLC and touchscreen issues to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. ?????????Help with network troubleshooting issues and resolve control networking issues, keeping systems connected and reliable. ?????????Collaborate with IT to maintain and troubleshoot servers, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted operations. ?????????Help identify and drive automation improvements that elevate processes, making them faster, more efficient, and more reliable. ?????????Be a key partner to management and engineering teams, offering valuable insights and consulting on innovative projects that push the boundaries of what?s possible. Requirements

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or technical school and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience, required.
• Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation required.
• Programming experience is REQUIRED.
• RS Logix 5000 experience.
• Ability to work 12 hour rotating scheduling and night shifts.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as electrical schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and procedure manuals in English.
• Ability to write routine reports, procedural manuals, and correspondence in English.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Effectively communicate the status of issues and projects with management, vendors, peers, and production personnel.
• Provide technical leadership and support to the maintenance technicians at the facility.
• Use the appropriate tools (e.g., Multimeter, PC, Software) to troubleshoot and diagnose the root cause of electrical issues in the facility.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development