| Location | Winston Salem, NC |
Job TitleAutomation Technician – Robotics & MechatronicsLocationWinston Salem, NC (Onsite)DurationLong Term ContractOverviewThe opportunity to work with a global innovator in the power electronics industry, and our new Winston Salem facility, is the launchpad for our US expansion. We are looking for an Automation Technician who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty building the most advanced production lines in the region. This is a high-impact, practical role. You won't just be pushing buttons; you will be wiring cells, fabricating parts, and fine-tuning the robotic precision that builds our 6-phase inverters. For a skilled technician, this is a CV-defining experience: the chance to help build and maintain a fully automated automotive factory from the ground up. If you are a master of both the laptop and the wrench, you belong here.MissionThe Automation Technician is the primary builder and fixer of our automated production environment. You are responsible for the physical assembly, wiring, and technical debugging of our robotic cells and PLC-controlled lines. You bridge the gap between a digital program and a working machine, ensuring that every mechanical adjustment, electrical connection, and robot path is optimized for high-volume, perfect quality product.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesCell Assembly & Wiring: Physically assemble and wire automation cells from scratch. This includes mounting Fanuc robots, installing Siemens PLC cabinets, routing cable trays, and terminating I/O points with meticulous attention to detail.Robotic Debugging: Perform hands‑on path teaching and refinement for Fanuc robotic arms. You will debug programs on the floor, fine‑tuning move points to optimize cycle time and prevent mechanical interference.PLC & HMI Support: Assist in the debugging and modification of Siemens PLC programs. You must be comfortable going online with the processor to troubleshoot runs, force I/O for testing, and make minor logic adjustments under engineering guidance.Mechanical Fabrication & Modification: Use manual tools, including mills and lathes, to modify or repair end‑effectors, brackets, and fixtures. You are the go‑to person for "making it fit" when a mechanical design needs a shop‑floor adjustment.End‑Effector Mastery: Build, disassemble, and repair complex end‑of‑arm tooling (EOAT). This includes managing vacuum circuits, pneumatic actuators, and high‑precision sensors.Preventative Maintenance & 5S: Lead the 5S standards for automated cells. Maintain sensors, optical paths for vision systems, and mechanical joints to ensure the line stays in "as-new" condition.Rapid Response Troubleshooting: Act as the first line of defense for machine downtime. Whether it's a blown fuse, a crashed robot, or a drifted sensor, you diagnose and fix it to keep production moving.Required Expertise3–5+ years as an Automation or Mechatronics Technician in a high‑tech manufacturing environment (Automotive or Electronics preferred).Electrical Skills: Deep experience in industrial electrical work—reading schematics, wiring 24VDC and 480VAC circuits, and troubleshooting control loops.Robotics & PLC: Practical experience with Fanuc Teach Pendants and Siemens TIA Portal. Comfortable talking to the machine via a laptop.Mechanical Aptitude: Strong skills in manual machining (mill/lathe), pneumatic systems, and general mechanical assembly/disassembly.Toolbox: Mastery of the multimeter, soldering iron, and torque wrench.#J-18808-Ljbffr