This is a NIGHT Shift M-F 7pm-7amAutomation TechnicianJob Summary: We are seeking an Automation Technician to join our manufacturing team in Houston. This role involves engineering, testing, maintaining, and supporting automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.Duties & Responsibilities:Program logic-controlled equipment to achieve production, quality, and safety expectationsProvide technical automation support during production breakdowns as well as new equipment installations, commissioning, retrofits and continuous improvement projects;Assist in equipment malfunction investigation to increase equipment reliability by identifying root cause, determining corrective actions/preventative measures, and following up on any deviations;Perform setup and calibration for process and control instrumentation such as: Flow meters, Temperature and Pressure transducers;Determine and program parameters for variable frequency drivers and servo drives;Install and commission new necessary instrumentation for additional data collection as per requests from Engineering and/or Operations team;Maintain and continuously develop existing plant control systems;Perform routine diagnostic checks on equipment, electrical panels, and control systems;Research new industrial automation equipment, instruments, controls and materials available on the market for use in a manufacturing environment;Follow all safety regulations, such as Arc Flash protection and use of Personal Protective EquipmentQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree and/or relevant experienceThorough understanding of PLCs, HMIs, including advanced programming techniques and configurations. (Experience with B&R Automation, Rockwell Automation and/or Automation Direct)Knowledge of VFD & Servo Motor ControKnowledge of Industrial Networking. (EthernetIP, ModbusRTU, ModbusTCP, CanOpen, Powerlink);Knowledge of Industrial Instrumentation - Level, Pressure, Flow, Temperature, Proximity Sensors, Reed Sensors, Laser Distance and Through-Beam SensorsProficiency using MS office and other toolsStrong work ethic with the ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work unsupervisedMust have excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with a great attention to detailA team player who constructively contributes to a positive environmentAbility to speak, read and write English fluentlyPay: $85k-$130k