Mechatronics Automation & MES Technician

AMETEK, Inc.; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT seeks a Mechatronics Engineering Tech to advance manufacturing performance through automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing systems.

You will bridge production equipment, MES, and analytics, lead connectivity projects, support MES enhancements, deploy automation, and improve data accuracy.

This hands‑on role offers growth, competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to contribute to Zygo's Smart Factory initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Robotics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting manufacturing equipment, automation systems, or industrial controls.
• Data-driven, organized, conscientious and focused.
• Ability to work independently but flexible/adaptable with shifting priorities.
• Driven to achieve with a commitment to quality and a safety‑first mindset.
• Familiarity with MES, machine monitoring, or industrial data systems.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy, reliability, and availability of real-time production data from machines, sensors, metrology equipment, and operator interfaces to support operational decision‑making.
• Connect manufacturing equipment to MES, machine monitoring, ERP, and analytics platforms.
• Troubleshoot data collection, network, PLC, sensor, and communication issues that impact manufacturing visibility.
• Improve machine-state accuracy, downtime coding, utilization tracking, and production reporting.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, data collection methods, and automated reporting tools.
• Validate production data integrity and drive corrective actions when discrepancies are identified.
• Manage Veeam Backup & Replication for data protection and disaster recovery.

Skills

Data-driven

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree in Mechatronics or related

Tools

MES

PLC

HMI

Job description

Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT seeks a Mechatronics Engineering Tech to advance manufacturing performance through automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing systems.

You will bridge production equipment, MES, and analytics, lead connectivity projects, support MES enhancements, deploy automation, and improve data accuracy.

This hands‑on role offers growth, competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to contribute to Zygo's Smart Factory initiatives.