Remote Automation Technician for Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Automation Technician for a fully remote role supporting multiple sites, with some travel to Welkom, Free State region. You will install, troubleshoot, and upgrade automated systems, including PLCs and HMIs, while collaborating with engineers and production teams remotely.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI expertise, and a solid grasp of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience as an Automation Technician in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
• Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with robotics (FANUC, ABB) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission automated control systems and machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on robotic systems, PLCs, HMI, and other automation hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues with automated equipment using remote access tools.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime.
• Update and modify PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and other control software as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams remotely to identify and implement process improvements.
• Document all maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting activities thoroughly.
• Ensure all automation systems comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Provide remote technical support and guidance to on-site personnel.
• Stay current with advancements in automation technology and industry best practices.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Robotics

Diagnostic skills

Remote collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

4+ years hands-on Automation Technician experience

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI development tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Automation Technician for a fully remote role supporting multiple sites, with some travel to Welkom, Free State region. You will install, troubleshoot, and upgrade automated systems, including PLCs and HMIs, while collaborating with engineers and production teams remotely.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI expertise, and a solid grasp of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.