Our client in Oakland County, MI is seeking an Automation Technician to provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting, and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility. Implements best practices and proactively assesses welding/robotic applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES & RESULTS
- Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of Automation technician I.
- Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
- Demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in troubleshooting using electrical/mechanical prints.
- Perform, train, and critique equipment preventative maintenance.
- Use electrical system knowledge and electrical schematics/prints to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel).
- Perform basic level tasks involving the following:
- Wiring harnesses
- Drive systems
- Relays
- Boards
- Motors
- Modify and perform basic programming tasks of robots in all robotic applications:
- Basic Teach Pendant Programming
- TCP Verification
- I/O Simulation
- Move Creation/Modification
- Intermediate weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, projection welding, Pneumatic systems, etc.).
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
- Excellent verbal communication skills (required).
- Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.).
- Knowledge of PLC systems and Basic programming methods (required).
- Successful completion of Automation technician II written and performance tests (required).
- 3 years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience (required).
- Mechatronics certificate or journeyperson card (preferred).
- Associates degree in mechatronics, controls, maintenance technician (preferred).
- Strong electrical background in industrial and automated systems (preferred).