Automation Equipment Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

The Automation Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex automated systems used in high-volume electronics manufacturing. This role ensures that robotic cells, and custom automated assembly equipment operate at peak efficiency with minimal downtime.

Core Responsibilities

• Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance on robotic arms, conveyors, pick-and-place machines, and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems to prevent mechanical or electrical failure.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose root causes of equipment malfunctions involving PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, motors, pneumatic systems, and vision systems.
• System Calibration: Calibrate high-precision robotics and automated tooling to ensure accuracy in component placement and soldering within tight tolerances.
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the engineering team to implement hardware and software upgrades that improve cycle times, yield, and machine reliability.
• Technical Documentation: Maintain detailed logs of repairs, part replacements, and equipment performance metrics. Assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for machine operation.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all equipment meets OSHA and corporate safety standards, including the proper functioning of light curtains, E-stops, and interlocking safety gates.

Required Technical Skills

• Robotics: Proficiency in maintaining and jogging 6-axis or SCARA robots (e.g., FANUC, Epson, or ABB).
• Control Systems: Basic understanding of PLC logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and the ability to use HMI screens for diagnostics.
• Electronics: Strong knowledge of digital and analog circuitry, power supplies, and wiring schematics.
• Mechanical/Pneumatic: Experience with vacuum grippers, actuators, ball screws, and solenoid valves.
• Tooling: Ability to use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers) and diagnostic equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters).

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electronic Engineering Technology, or a related technical field. Equivalent military training or 4+ years of relevant experience is also highly valued.
• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, preferably within the electronics or semiconductor industry.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving abilities, the capacity to work under pressure during line-down situations, and clear communication skills for technical reporting.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Comfort working in an environment (if applicable), requiring specialized attire like ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) smocks and grounding straps.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts to support 24/7 production schedules.

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