Mechatronics Technician

Thyssenkrupp; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Shift premium

Perfect attendance bonus

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is seeking a Mechatronics Technician to support the Operations team with electrical and mechanical maintenance of production equipment. You will install, diagnose, and repair systems, emphasizing safety and reliability in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

You will troubleshoot electronics, robotics, and CNC machinery, document work in CMMS, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous improvement and minimal downtime.

Qualifications

• Experience performing mechanical and electrical maintenance on production equipment.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot and repair machinery and control subsystems.
• Strong safety mindset with adherence to procedures and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical production equipment.
• Diagnose and fix CNC, robotics, and control systems.
• Run diagnostics to determine software/hardware/operator issues.
• Document work in CMMS with accurate labor reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on maintenance tasks.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Mechatronics Certificate

Military technical training

Tools

SAP

CMMS Maximo

MS Office

Job description

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the world’s automotive industry leading partners for development and manufacturing of highly complex, state-of-the-art drivetrain technologies for both combustion engines and electric motors. Worldwide, 10 locations with 3,800 employees produce over 25 million drivetrain components per year. The product portfolio includes camshafts and cylinder head cover modules for the valve train as well as rotor shafts for battery electric vehicles.

Our electrical A/C compressor, designed for the natural refrigerant CO2, sets new standards in efficient and sustainable thermal management.

With precision and passion, we are enabling our customers in the automotive industry to achieve their emission and sustainability targets for more than 30 years.

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components. This year, 82% of employees said it’s a great place To Work - 25 points higher than the average U.S. company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

As a Mechatronics Technician, you will support the Operations team in the mechanical and electrical maintenance of facility production equipment. You will install, troubleshoot, and repair all production related machinery, mechanical systems and control sub-systems. This position requires a strong commitment to safety as well as demonstrating exemplary safety behavior for colleagues.

Key Deliverables:

The Mechatronics Technician serves as an engaged and trusted source in the organization. Success in this role is measured by PM Completion, Lessons Learned, CM to PM Work Orders. Key deliverables to ensure success are listed below:

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Has authority to stop processes to correct quality, safety or environmental problems, identify and place suspect product on quality hold, and to promptly notify Supervisory personnel when processes become noncompliant.
• Creates and conducts preventative and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Accurately diagnose equipment problems, implement appropriate solutions and affirm continued effectiveness of repairs and maintenance.
• Run diagnostic tests on malfunctioning equipment to determine whether problem is software, hardware, or operator/process related.
• Diagnostics and repair in all areas of ABB, Fanuc, Epson, etc., (robotics).
• Diagnostics and repair in all areas of Computerized Numerical Control Systems
• Diagnostics and repair in all areas of Motion Controls Systems
• Restore a complete Motion Control system from various backup media, utilizing documented procedures.
• Diagnostics and repair of all Process Control Systems.
• Configure, diagnose, and repair RFID systems.
• Configure, diagnose, and repair Industrial Vision Systems, including Cognex, Banner, Keyence, Winkhaus, NeuroCheck, etc….
• Recognize and repair damaged electrical equipment before it results in lost production time; including but not limited to: light barrier mirrors, cables, proximity switches, relays, and motors.
• Installation and repair in accordance with provided schematics and blueprints for mechanical/electrical equipment
• Maintain labor and work history reporting into CMMS work-order forms on a daily basis.
• Fabricate, turn, machine, grind and weld new and/or repair parts.
• Work individually or within cross-functional teams in order to perform all maintenance and repair duties.
• Respond to all customers both internal and external with a sense of urgency and professionalism.
• Train all Machine Operators in the specifics of maintaining the machines and equipment.
• Participate in work/process studies and trials for Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the specification, design and installation of specialty tools and equipment.
• Contribute toward the development of work instructions and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain high housekeeping and 6S standards at all times and in all areas including the workshop, personal toolbox and job site during and at completion of all tasks.

Salary Range: $22.00-$35.00/hr

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, a successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school. Associates in Industrial Technology preferred. In lieu of degree, two years of documented military education from a technical school in relevant electronic or mechanical areas is acceptable; 2 years or more related experience and/or training preferred. Mechatronics Certificate preferred.
• Language: Must have the ability to read and comprehend company policies and guidelines pertaining to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine work activity and failure reports, basic work instructions and correspondence. Must have the ability to speak respectfully and effectively to customers and other employees.
• Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of SAP Integrated Business software. Must be able to learn and use MRO Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Microsoft Office Suites software and Microsoft Explorer browser in a windows operating system. Mechanical equipment includes, but is not limited to state-of-the-art mechanical systems, advanced hydraulics, high speed spindles, assembly presses, conveyor systems, pneumatic systems, harmonic gear reducers, advanced measuring systems and laser alignment equipment.

• Annual Bonus Eligibility of 6% of your base salary!
• 10% Shift Premium, based on base wage
• Perfect Attendance Bonus; $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Performance Productivity Bonus, $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplier Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Marathon Health for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!