Industrial Automation Technician: PLCs, Vision & Controls

AbbVie Inc.

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 76,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

AbbVie's Manufacturing Engineering team seeks an Engineer Technician I to support industrial automation and controls. The role focuses on troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and vision systems to maximize production uptime and efficiency.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, supporting startups, and collaborating with a cross-functional team to implement process improvements. A strong technical background and 5+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

  • High School or GED required; tech certification preferred.
  • 5+ years of technical experience in area.
  • Experience with PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell or Siemens).
  • Knowledge of vision systems (Cognex or Keyence) and industrial networks.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical service with daily monitoring and troubleshooting of systems.
  • Support automation and control systems including PLCs, HMIs, sensors and vision systems.
  • Document findings, update SOPs and assist in project start-up and commissioning.
  • Identify issues and implement troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with project teams to recommend design and process improvements.
  • Assist in design, installation, and validation of equipment and systems.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting
Industrial automation
HMI/Sensors understanding
Electrical schematics
Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School/GED
Technical school certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell
Siemens
Cognex
Keyence

Job description

AbbVie's Manufacturing Engineering team seeks an Engineer Technician I to support industrial automation and controls. The role focuses on troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and vision systems to maximize production uptime and efficiency.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, supporting startups, and collaborating with a cross-functional team to implement process improvements. A strong technical background and 5+ years of experience are preferred.

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