Automation Technician

Job Title: Automation Technician

Job Description

• We are seeking a dedicated Automation Technician to join our team
• As an integral part of our team, you will work closely with Automation Engineers to ensure that all equipment runs according to specifications
• This role requires a keen eye for detail, technical expertise, and flexibility

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Automation Engineers to ensure existing equipment is operating in accordance with specifications, including troubleshooting, debugging, start-up, and programming of automated equipment and upgrades
• Serve as a technical expert for electrical circuits, program logic controls, vision inspection, and automation
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of effective maintenance specifications and preventative maintenance programs
• Participate in the design of automated machines, equipment, systems, devices, and fixtures to support assembly requirements
• Recommend improvements to equipment and manufacturing methods
• Assist maintenance personnel with diagnosing software and electrical system problems
• Support Maintenance with equipment repairs in the event of a failure
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering to optimize equipment performance
• Assist Automation Engineers in executing Engineering Change Requests (ECR) for equipment changes
• Ensure availability for off-shift requirements as needed

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years as an Automation Technician with a focus on controls
• Proficiency in PLC programming, particularly with Allen Bradley
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and programming issues, making minor adjustments as needed
• Familiarity with HMI systems and Logic Vision systems
• Experience with low voltage wiring (120V) and ability to read blueprints and schematics

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warren,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 25, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.