Senior Automation Technician - Welding & Robotics

Challenge Manufacturing; Cusseta (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Cusseta, AL is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to support and improve automated welding cells. You will mentor technicians, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, and perform preventive maintenance.

The role requires PLC knowledge, reading schematics, strong safety practices, and the ability to follow work instructions. A high school diploma and relevant certifications are expected, with preferred mechatronics credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with PLC systems and basic programming methods.
• Automation technician II tests completed successfully.
• 3 years of Weld Technician or Automation Technician experience.
• Mechatronics certification or journeyperson preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor Automation Technician I and Weld Technicians.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and operate automated welding cells.
• Follow safety procedures while servicing equipment.
• Troubleshoot using electrical/mechanical schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor programming tasks.
• Work with drives, relays, boards, motors, and I/O simulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

English proficiency

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

Automation knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in mechatronics/controls/maintenance

Mechatronics certificate

Journeyperson card

2-year technical degree

Tools

PLC programming

Robotics control

Electrical schematics

Microsoft Office

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing in Cusseta, AL is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to support and improve automated welding cells. You will mentor technicians, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, and perform preventive maintenance.

The role requires PLC knowledge, reading schematics, strong safety practices, and the ability to follow work instructions. A high school diploma and relevant certifications are expected, with preferred mechatronics credentials.