Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Engineering Technician with experience in industrial automation and manufacturing systems to support and optimize production equipment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, programming and supporting PLC/HMI systems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

In this position, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving automated production systems, including PLC-controlled equipment, HMI interfaces, sensors, drives, and other control systems. You will work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to maximize equipment uptime, improve process reliability, and support operational excellence during evening and overnight production hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with sales and technical experts in support of the needs of customers and production.
• Customer forward electrical and controls system diagnostics.
• PLC Program understanding and troubleshooting methods related to both digital and analog I/O.
• An understanding of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and ability to perform(learn) VFD parameter setup.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend solutions for customer field and controls issues.
• Navigate and understand the functions of equipment HMI interfaces.
• Self-learning of equipment, field devices and control hardware as needed to diagnose customer issues.
• Collaborating with the Development Engineering team to improve all existing offerings and support continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Understanding of industrial electrical schematics.

• Understanding of controls/automation systems and Control Theory.

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal communication capability.

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage time well

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field preferred

• Capability to design process automation & control systems including experience / understanding of Pneumatic Solenoid Valves, pumping systems with VFD controls, Motor controls for material handling systems including soft-start applications, Distributed Control / Field Bus, RS232 and RS485.

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC Programming Experience preferred.

• Competency in navigating industrial networks a bonus.

• IEC / CE -European Control Panel Standards is a positive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about automation, problem-solving, and making a measurable impact on manufacturing performance, we encourage you to apply today. Resumes can be confidentially sent to tyler.allen@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.