Electronics Technician

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• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant equipment involving checking voltages, changing out bad components, switching out gauges, as well as making camera and software adjustments
• Review PLC program and diagnose machine faults/failures related to servos, AC Motion Controls, robotics, VFDs & related electronic components .
• Work with Allen-Bradley PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), including programming, configuring, and diagnosing issues with control systems.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot ABB robots used in automated production processes, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to assist in troubleshooting and installation processes.
• Calibrate, install, and repair a wide variety of industrial instrumentation and control systems, such as sensors, drives, and HMI systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance tasks on robotic systems, PLCs, and electrical equipment to reduce equipment failure and downtime.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to improve equipment performance, implementing improvements and upgrades when necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment when dealing with electrical equipment and automated systems.
• Stay updated on new technology and developments in automation, controls, and robotic systems to optimize equipment performance.

Education/Credentials/Certifications

• Technical Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Length of Experience

• 3+ years of experience working with Allen-Bradley controls and ABB robotic systems in an industrial environment (preferably in forging or heavy manufacturing).

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of electronics
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, especially in Allen-Bradley’s Studio 5000 or RSLogix 5000 platforms
• Experience working with ABB robot programming and troubleshooting, with familiarity in ABB’s RobotStudio or related software
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and troubleshooting electrical control systems
• Understanding of industrial safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Intermediate algebraic mathematical ability
• Understanding of standard to metric conversions
• Ability to follow step-by-step procedures
• Willingness to learn

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any worker to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• In terms of movement, the job may require reaching, handling, using fingers, frequent climbing, balancing, feeling, repetitive motions, standing, walking, and occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and hearing/smelling to perceive sounds or scents that may indicate a malfunction.
• In terms of vision the job may require use of near acuity, peripheral vision, accommodation, and color vision.
• Environmental conditions may include extreme heat, noise, vibration, and atmospheric conditions.
• Hazards may include proximity to moving, mechanical parts, exposure to electrical components, and occasional working in high, exposed places.
• May require Medium Physical Strength*

*Physical Strength

?SEDENTARY - Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

?LIGHT - Exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

?MEDIUM - Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

?HEAVY - Exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.