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Automation Techician

Posted on: Nov 11, 2026

AMPM Employment
Troy, Michigan
Salary: $70,000 per year
Onsite
Full-time

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Job Title :

Automation Techician

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Troy Michigan United States

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Job Description :

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Job Description

Automation Technician

Pay: $70,000 per year

Location: Troy, Ohio
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician to build, wire, program, test, troubleshoot, and support industrial control systems and automated equipment. This hands-on position combines electrical panel assembly with automation programming, machine commissioning, and technical troubleshooting. The ideal candidate has experience building industrial control panels, understands electrical and automation systems, and has PLC and HMI programming skills.

Job Duties

Build and wire industrial electrical control panels from schematics, layouts, and bills of materials
Install and wire PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, relays, contactors, motor starters, power supplies, safety devices, and other control components
Perform low-voltage control wiring and three-phase power distribution
Wire field devices including sensors, motors, actuators, valves, and remote I/O
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and HMI applications
Configure and troubleshoot VFDs, safety controllers, and industrial communication networks
Perform panel checkout, I/O verification, power-up, and functional testing
Support machine startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and debugging
Diagnose electrical and control-system issues using electrical test equipment and diagnostic software
Collaborate with Engineering to resolve issues and support design and continuous-improvement initiatives
Inspect completed assemblies for quality and compliance with drawings and specifications
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment

Requirements

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in electrical technology, mechatronics, industrial automation, or a related field
2+ years of experience in industrial automation, machine building, or controls
Experience building industrial electrical control panels
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Working knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting, such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, or similar
Experience configuring HMIs and industrial automation equipment
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, or Profinet
Knowledge of industrial control components, low-voltage wiring, and three-phase power systems
Proficiency using electrical test equipment, including multimeters and continuity testers
Understanding of UL 508A, NFPA 70 (NEC), and NFPA 79 standards
Strong troubleshooting, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience commissioning automated equipment
Familiarity with servo systems, motion control, robotics, machine vision, or safety systems
Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software
Experience supporting equipment installation and customer startups

Position Details

Posted:

Nov 11, 2026

Reference Number:

59dfa764

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

$70,000 per year

City:

Troy

Job Origin:

ziprecruiter

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