Maintenance and Automation Technician 2026 - BMW Plant Woodruff

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift position

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Woodruff, SC is seeking a Maintenance and Automation Technician to oversee equipment modifications and perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and modifications on automotive manufacturing and test equipment. The role emphasizes uptime, reliability, and updating process documentation.

The candidate should have an Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent, plus experience in automation/PLC controls; a high school diploma with extra years of related

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training with 2+ years in automation/PLC controls, mechanical and electronic systems.
• Alternative: high school diploma/GED with 4 years total related experience including automation/PLC controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee equipment modifications for process changes, new models, and expansions.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and modify automotive manufacturing and test equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
• Maintain and update process documentation and demonstrate safe work practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Electrical safety

Overtime willingness

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

High school diploma/GED with 4 years experience

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Automation robotics

Pneumatic systems

VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)

Electrical schematics (ladder logic)

Job description

Non-stop perfection. Every day. At BMW, it’s easy to stay right on track. Like every car on our production line. Innovative technologies and highly automated systems at the BMW Group ensure non-stop perfection every day.

Description

Oversees equipment modifications for process changes, new models, and expansions. Troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and modifies automotive manufacturing and test equipment to improve systems uptime and reliability. maintains and updates all process documentation. Must demonstrate the knowledge and ability to employ safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in a technical discipline and 2 years of experience in automation/PLC controls, mechanical and electronic systems

OR

• High school diploma/GED and 2 years technical experience PLUS 2 years of experience in automation/PLC controls, mechanical, and electronic systems (4 years total experience)

ALL

• Must be a highly flexible individual that can adjust to changes quickly. Must be willing to work overtime and holidays as needed
• Ability to work in cross functional teams
• Successful candidates must pass a hands‑on electrical troubleshooting proficiency test working with live current.

Preferred 3+ years of hands‑on troubleshooting experience to include:

• Experience interfacing with various PLC programming languages, Siemens highly preferred
• Experience maintaining and modifying electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting complex electrical systems, 24v to 480v
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting automated robotics systems
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting pneumatic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and replacing Variable Frequency Drives.
• Experience interpreting technical schematics: ladder logic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, fluid, etc.

Night Shift Position

Relocation Assistance Available

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary, advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented. BMW Manufacturing is proud to be in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Program Includes

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
• Retirement Income Account
• Life insurance
• BMW Associates Assistance Program
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company vehicle program

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employee.

Maintenance and Automation Technician 2026 - BMW Plant Woodruff

Woodruff, SC

United States

Job Field

Maintenance

Job ID

195276

Publication Date

21.08.2026

General

Full-time