Industrial Automation Electrician: CNC, Robotics & PLCs

Dauch

Three Rivers, Northern (MI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 58,000 - 66,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking an Industrial Automation Electrician in Three Rivers, MI to install, troubleshoot, maintain and repair electrical and control systems for CNC machine tools, robots, and automated lines. The role covers up to 480V, including servo drives, sensors, VFDs, and integration with automation systems to maximize uptime and safety.

Qualifications include a 4-year journeyman card or 5+ years of verifiable experience, and 3+ years in CNC/robotics environments.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certificate in industrial electricity, automation, controls, or mechatronics preferred.
Valid 4 year journeyman card or minimum of 5 years verifiable experience - electrician license or equivalent certification (state license, IEC, or IBEW apprenticeship completion).
3+years of industrial electrical experience, with at least 2+ years focused on CNC machines, robotics, PLC controls, or automated manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and control issues on CNC machines (lathes, mills, grinders), industrial robots (Fanuc), and automated systems using multimeters, oscilloscopes, PLC software, and diagnostic tools.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical components including servo motors, encoders, VFDs, servo amplifiers, proximity sensors, limit switches, safety interlocks, light curtains, and emergency stops.
Read, interpret, and modify electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and control panel layouts to support repairs, retrofits, and upgrades.
Troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), HMI interfaces, and basic robot teach pendant operations; assist with parameter adjustments and fault code analysis.
Install, wire, and test control panels, field devices, communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, IO-Link), and cabling for new equipment or modifications.
Support integration of robotics and automation with CNC systems, including end-of-arm tooling, conveyors, vision systems, and safety-rated controls.
Collaborate with multi-craft technicians, machine repair, and engineering teams during equipment installations, startups, and root-cause analysis of downtime events.
Perform lockout/tagout, arc flash safety protocols, and risk assessments for electrical work on live or powered equipment.
Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts usage, and system changes in the CMMS; generate reports on recurring issues to drive continuous improvement.