Automation Maintenance & Controls Specialist (Manufacturing Systems)

Are you the automation problem-solver every factory needs?

We design and build advanced battery systems for construction equipment, aerial work platforms, material handling, robotics, marine, military, and commercial EV markets. From our Mason, Ohio facility, we’re looking for a hands-on specialist who thrives on keeping complex automated systems running at peak performance—and making them better every day.

Questions to ask yourself

• Can you hunt down the root cause of a line stop across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, servo, and controls domains?
• Do you enjoy stepping into PLC code, HMIs, and motion control to debug, optimize, and modify?
• Are you energized by commissioning new equipment and validating new production lines?
• Could you architect preventive and predictive maintenance programs that cut downtime and boost reliability?
• Will you lead structured problem-solving (5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA) and back it up with data from OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and downtime reports?
• Do you keep drawings, PLC backups, spares, and maintenance records current so the team can move fast?
• Are you comfortable supporting robots (industrial and cobots), assembly cells, conveyors, torque systems, machine vision, laser marking, dispensing, battery cyclers, and end-of-line test rigs?
• Can you debug industrial networks and devices—Ethernet/IP, I/O, sensors, actuators, servo drives, and VFDs?
• Do you like improving control panels and electrical systems to be safer, simpler, and more robust?
• Will you partner with Manufacturing Engineering to lift cycle times, ergonomics, quality, and throughput?
• Can you identify and deliver capital upgrades, automation enhancements, and cost-down opportunities?
• Are you ready to support facility utilities like compressed air, electrical distribution, and HVAC interfaces?
• Will you champion OSHA, NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, and electrical safety?
• Do you collaborate smoothly with Quality, Manufacturing, Product Integration, Test Engineering, and Operations?
• Can you stand up and sustain Odoo ERP, MES, and Maintenance modules for work orders, PMs, spares, and equipment history?

What makes you a great fit

• BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years supporting automated manufacturing equipment on the production floor.
• Expert at troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems.
• Fluent with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, Omron, or Mitsubishi.
• HMI development and protocols: Ethernet/IP, Profinet, DeviceNet, Modbus, or EtherCAT.
• Experience with servo systems, VFDs, motion control, and industrial networking.
• Robotics exposure: FANUC, ABB, Universal Robots, Yaskawa, Epson, or similar.
• Background in automated assembly, machine vision, leak testing, dispensing, conveyors, and automated inspection.
• Can read/modify schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and control panel layouts.
• Preferred tools: AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar.
• Strong command of industrial electrical systems, sensors, instrumentation, and machine safety.
• Plus: predictive maintenance (vibration, thermal imaging, lubrication management, condition monitoring).
• Continuous improvement mindset—Lean, TPM, Six Sigma.
• Industry bonus points: battery, automotive, aerospace, robotics, medical device, electronics, semiconductor, food processing.
• Data-driven, organized, and quick to prioritize when production calls.
• Clear communicator and effective partner across teams.

What’s in it for you

• Be part of a rapidly scaling U.S. battery manufacturer.
• Hands-on with cutting-edge automation and energy storage tech.
• Lead the launch of new lines and processes.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers across manufacturing and product development.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and technical training.
• Real advancement opportunities as we grow.

Hands-on proficiencies

• Electrical Schematics
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Machine Building/Assembling
• Pneumatics Experience
• Single and Three Phase Power
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Industrial Robot Programming
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Programming Experience
• SCADA Experience
• Programming Machine Vision Systems
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• VLC troubleshooting

Tech you’ll work with

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• CAD Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)
• Vision System
• Servo Motors
• Industrial Robot (Fanuc)

Role location: Mason, Ohio