Senior Automation Technician – PLC/Robot Controls Expert

First Solar; Kentucky; On-site; USD 41,396 - 58,947; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is seeking a Senior Automation Technician in Kentucky to support manufacturing facilities worldwide. The role involves troubleshooting and maintaining all electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment, assisting with new equipment installations, and ensuring all drawings are up to date.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, plus over 10 years of experience in manufacturing equipment controls. The position offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have 15+ years verifiable experience in a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing equipment electrical/electronic/controls experience.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing facilities and troubleshoot all electrical control systems.
• Assist with new equipment installation and implementation.
• Maintain and update manufacturing process tool electrical drawings.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Excellent problem-solving ability

Mentor/train others

Understanding of electrical/mechanical drawings

Experience with Rockwell Automation PLCs

Education

Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Robotics, Industrial Controls, or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Job description

First Solar is seeking a Senior Automation Technician in Kentucky to support manufacturing facilities worldwide. The role involves troubleshooting and maintaining all electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment, assisting with new equipment installations, and ensuring all drawings are up to date.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, plus over 10 years of experience in manufacturing equipment controls. The position offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience.