Senior Automation Technician

Shift:1st shift

City:Solon

Swagelok Northeast Ohio USA

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality Integrity Respect for the Individual Customer Focus Innovation and Continuous Improvement which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space down to the bottom of the ocean and everywhere in same dedication spans to our customers.

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skillsyoull thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.

We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.

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We hope youll consider joining our team.

The Senior Automation Technician is responsible for providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting for automation systems with a focus on maximizing system performance and supporting the development of automation solutions. This role requires the ability to lead troubleshooting efforts both independently and in teams and recommend and implement system improvements. The Senior Automation Technician will also take a lead role in integrating and programming complex automation systems including PLCs robots and vision systems to optimize manufacturing and assembly equipment. Individuals will be considered a trainer amongst the team providing guidance technical support and leadership to other technicians.

• Leads and performs troubleshooting of automation system issues including electrical mechanical and software problems.
• Modifies reverse engineers and optimizes existing automation systems to improve functionality and performance.
• Leads and performs routine maintenance inspections and repairs on automated equipment.
• Maintains and enhances comprehensive documentation and report system performance regularly.
• Supports and recommends improvements for automated system solutions including electrical controls robotic pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Collaborates with engineers and peers to program PLCs robots and vision systems integrating automation solutions into manufacturing and assembly equipment.
• Understands product and process requirements to document system specifications including design installation and testing for new automated equipment and systems.

• Applies engineering theory practices and principles to perform failure analysis to determine root cause of equipment failures and conduct machinery performance evaluations.

• Supports technical communication and quotations with 3rd party automation / integrator vendors.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations for automated systems and equipment.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvements and system optimizations to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime.

• Collaborates cross-functionally with other groups such as Operations IT Sourcing and other stakeholders as needed.
• Provides technical support and trains others providing guidance to ensure skill development across the team.

• Participates in training and development activities to stay current with new automation technologies and industry best practices.

Required:

• 2-year associates degree in a related field (e.g. Mechanical Engineering Technology Robotics Mechatronics Controls or other automation fields); OR 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation and controls engineering.
• Manufacturing assembly and/or warehouse experience preferred.
• Advanced technical courses or on the job training in related field.
• Proficient user of moderately technical tools.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in areas of expertise.
• Demonstrates strong communication programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient computer and office software skills.
• Strong written communication skills.

Service Orientation

Teamwork and Collaboration

Resilience

Enabling Change

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA FMLA and other federal state and local standards including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular punctual attendance consistent with the ADA FMLA and other federal state and local standards.
• Ability to pass vision acuity test with or without reasonable accommodation.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness compensation retirement planning and supplemental rewards.

To apply:

1. Click Apply Now to the role of interest upload your resume and complete the application.

2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

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Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race ethnicity creed color religion sex pregnancy pregnancy-related medical conditions age national origin or ancestry disability genetic information veteran/military status sexual orientation gender identity or other protected characteristic under federal state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and Ohio state law.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time without any advanced notice for any reason or no reason.