Industrial Automation Technician | Night-Shift Troubleshooter

BlueRidge Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Automation seeks an Automation Technician to support electrical and automation troubleshooting, start-up, and commissioning to reduce downtime and boost production. The role may be embedded at remote sites or stationed at the Indianapolis office.

The position requires 3+ years in industrial electrical work, PLC/HMI/SCADA experience, and the ability to follow safety and client SOPs. Night shifts with premium rates apply and collaboration with plant teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial electrical or service experience.
• Understanding of PLC programming methods.
• Experience with HMI & SCADA systems.
• Experience with Industrial Communications (ASI bus, DeviceNet, Ethernet).
• Ability to follow preventive and predictive maintenance methods.
• Understand 480V and 277V systems.
• Experience in GMP regulated environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment, motors, VFDs, control components, instrumentation, PLCs.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, OEM blueprints and manuals.
• Follow client SOPs and safety standards; execute permit processes as required.
• Complete daily planned work orders and coordinate with operations.
• Communicate with plant operations to build relationships with clients.
• Coordinate with Planner/Supervisor for improvements and repairs.
• Utilize customer CMMS for work orders and materials sourcing as needed.
• Other duties aligned with the role as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial communications

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Blue Ridge Automation seeks an Automation Technician to support electrical and automation troubleshooting, start-up, and commissioning to reduce downtime and boost production. The role may be embedded at remote sites or stationed at the Indianapolis office.

The position requires 3+ years in industrial electrical work, PLC/HMI/SCADA experience, and the ability to follow safety and client SOPs. Night shifts with premium rates apply and collaboration with plant teams is essential.