Senior Industrial Automation Technician

Accelera; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Senior Industrial Automation Technician to act as a technical authority for uptime and performance of complex automated machinery. You will drive reliability improvements and mentor junior staff to ensure seamless operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include diagnostics on conveyors, ASRS, PLCs, and servo systems; high-level troubleshooting; and leading root-cause analysis to reduce recurring failures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience maintaining automated industrial environments.
• Advanced proficiency in PLC diagnostics, servo systems, and industrial networking protocols.
• Expertise in high-voltage electrical systems and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and mentor technical staff.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant technical training is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced diagnostics on automated systems to minimize downtime.
• Perform high-level troubleshooting on PLCs, VFDs, and servo-driven systems to maintain performance.
• Lead root cause analysis initiatives to identify recurring failures.
• Optimize preventive maintenance schedules to extend asset lifecycles.
• Interpret electrical schematics to resolve integration issues and support upgrades.
• Maintain records of repairs and modifications in the CMMS.
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members.

Skills

3+ years experience

PLC diagnostics

servo systems

industrial networking

high-voltage electrical

lead projects & mentor

LOTO safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant technical training

Formal certification in industrial electronics/automation

Job description

As a Senior Industrial Automation Technician, you will serve as a key technical authority responsible for the uptime and performance of complex automated machinery. By leveraging your expertise in electrical controls and mechanical systems, you will drive reliability improvements and mentor junior staff to ensure seamless operational efficiency.

About the Role

As a Senior Industrial Automation Technician, you will serve as a key technical authority responsible for the uptime and performance of complex automated machinery. By leveraging your expertise in electrical controls and mechanical systems, you will drive reliability improvements and mentor junior staff to ensure seamless operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced diagnostics on automated systems, including conveyors, sortation units, and ASRS, to minimize downtime.


• Perform high-level troubleshooting on PLCs, VFDs, and servo-driven systems to maintain peak equipment performance.


• Lead root cause analysis initiatives to identify and eliminate recurring mechanical or electrical failures.


• Optimize predictive and preventive maintenance schedules to extend the lifecycle of critical industrial assets.


• Interpret intricate electrical schematics to resolve integration issues and support system upgrades.


• Maintain accurate records of all repairs and system modifications within the CMMS platform.


• Provide technical guidance and training to team members to elevate the collective skill set of the department.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• 3+ years of hands‑on experience maintaining automated industrial environments.


• Advanced proficiency in PLC diagnostics, servo systems, and industrial networking protocols.


• Expertise in high‑voltage electrical systems and mechanical troubleshooting.


• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and mentor technical staff.


• Strong commitment to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.


• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant technical training.

Preferred Skills

• Formal certification in industrial electronics or automation technology.


• Experience managing relationships with third‑party vendors and OEMs.


• Proven track record of implementing reliability‑centered maintenance strategies.