Automation Technician

Our client has an immediate opening for an Automation Technician on 2nd shift. Overview: Develop new and modify existing programs on controlled equipment such as robots, welders, benders, presses and lasers in addition to testing and maintaining complex electronic and electro-mechanical systems, specialized test apparatus and custom production equipment. Primary Responsibilities: -Develop, build and maintain electronic and electrical circuitry for electronic and electrical/electro-mechanical control devices from blueprints, schematics, logic diagrams or engineering instructions, including the ability to program and use programmable controllers. -Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic on systems. Identify faults and locate errors in electronic/electric equipment, fixtures, robot programs, welding and laser equipment and hydraulic and pneumatic controls. Also completes preventive maintenance as required. -Documents equipment circuitry, preventive maintenance, procedures, weld specifications and programs. -Under guidance of an engineer and/or supervisor, determine/maintains proper sequence of operations on robotics, laser and automatic/semi-automatic equipment. Provide or assist in set up, parameter development, welding equipment alignment and performance of associated equipment. -Rebuild and install automatic/semi-automatic MIG, TIG and resistance weld equipment. Set up complete robotics work cells (weld/laser, etc.) automatic and semi-automatic systems in conjunction with an engineer and/or supervisor. -Utilize visual inspection and assistance from Quality Assurance to determine quality and consistency of welds, cuts and general operation of equipment. Make/suggest adjustments to ensure compliance with client standards. -Maintains 5S standards in assigned area. -Performs all other duties as assigned. Required Education: Associates degree in electronics, electronics technology, automation technology or equivalent work experience Required Work Experience: Minimum 2 years in Automation related field.