Plant Engineering - Technician, Controls

Kymera International; Robesonia (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kymera International in the United States is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to support manufacturing operations by diagnosing electrical and automation issues, building and wiring custom control panels, and applying continuous improvement to boost production efficiency and equipment reliability.

You will collaborate with maintenance and engineering to troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and sensors, read schematics, and install panels on production lines.

Qualifications

• Experience reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• 2+ years building and wiring electrical panels.
• Strong troubleshooting of electrical & control systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E / ISO 13849 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues in real time with maintenance teams.
• Build and wire custom electrical control panels from schematics and layouts; test and deploy.
• Assist engineers in documenting changes and contributing to SOPs for new/existing systems.
• Support PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors and safety devices; update wiring diagrams.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Hand tools & meter use

Team collaboration

Tools

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

RSLogix 500/5

FactoryTalk View Studio

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Summary of Position

Supporting our manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, panel fabrication, and control system optimization. In this role, you’ll collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation issues, build and install custom control panels, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance production efficiency and equipment reliability.

Position Requirements

PLC programming on Allen-Bradley product lines, including Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5, Connected Components, and Factorytalk View Studio. Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Proficiency with hand tools, multimeters, and basic electrical testing equipment.

Preferred qualifications include Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical). 2+ years of experience building and wiring electrical panels or working in a similar industrial controls/automation environment. Basic understanding of process control principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). Familiarity with machine safety standards and practices (e.g., NFPA 70E, ISO 13849).

Duties and Responsibilities

Troubleshooting & Support:

• Work alongside maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system issues in real-time.
• Provide support for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and safety devices.
• Assist in updating and maintaining electrical and control documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs).

Electrical Panel Fabrication & Installation:

• Build and wire custom electrical control panels from schematics and layout drawings.
• Install control panels and integrate them with machinery and production equipment.
• Test panel functionality and troubleshoot as needed prior to deployment.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improving equipment performance, reliability and safety.
• Assist engineers in implementing automation upgrades and optimization projects.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate records of wiring changes, modifications, and system configurations.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new and existing control systems.