Industrial Automation Technician & Controls Specialist

Conti-Electric

Sterling Heights (MI)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Indicon LLC is seeking a motivated Technician/Technologist to support installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial automation and control systems. This hands-on role suits technicians with practical field experience and a problem-solving mindset.

You will work with engineers, project managers, electricians, and customers to deliver automation solutions for manufacturing, material handling, automotive, and related industries, including PLCs, HMI, VFDs, vision

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Associate degree, technical certification, apprenticeship, military technical training, or equivalent experience preferred.
Relevant industrial experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

Assist with installation, startup, commissioning, and validation of automated control systems.
Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and automation-related issues on production and material handling equipment.
Perform panel checkout, I/O verification, wiring validation, and system testing.
Support PLC, HMI, VFD, barcode, scanner, and vision system integration activities.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and technical documentation.
Assist engineers with equipment modifications, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
Travel to customer facilities for project support, startup, and service work as required.