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Automation Engineering Technician

Automation Engineering Technician

ActalentSyracuse, New York, USA
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Engineering Technician

  • Train, assist, and evaluate lower-level technicians.
  • Perform major repairs and complex troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical automation issues.
  • Communicate with project managers, customers, and vendors regarding technical automation requirements.
  • Provide input and critiques for automation systems design.
  • Assist engineers and project managers in creating and running automation qualifications.
  • Make changes and revisions to basic automation designs and update all pertinent documentation.
  • Assemble quotas for average automation projects such as refurbishments and repairs.
  • Execute low to mid-level project coordination assignments.
  • Identify technology training needs to stay current with automation equipment and techniques.
  • Write camera programs from start to finish for automation and mold applications, and assist in debugging or improving existing programs.
  • Write and alter programs for 6 axis and SCARA automation robots, and complex top entry / mold take out robot programs.
  • Utilize PLC knowledge to connect and diagnose automated equipment issues and make improvements.
  • Create and modify existing PMs for automated cells to minimize downtime.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
  • Experience with CAD and instrumentation implementation.
  • Expertise in manufacturing and process improvement.
  • Strong skills in continuous improvement within an engineering context.

    • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • A college degree (AAS or above) in an Automation-related field such as Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • 5+ years of experience as a manufacturing technician with high-speed precision manufacturing equipment and inspection systems.

    • Work Environment

    You will work in a new state-of-the-art facility, with Monday to Friday 8-hour shifts during the day. Flexible start times are available between 6-7 am.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $83000.00 - $93000.00 / yr.

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Employee assistance program

    Employee discount

    Flexible spending account

    Health insurance

    Health savings account

    Life insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in Syracuse,NY.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025.

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    Automation Technician • Syracuse, New York, USA