BlueWave is hiring an Automation and Controls Technician for an advanced manufacturing client in Texas. As an Automation and Controls Technician, you will build, install, commission, and troubleshoot industrial automation equipment, including control panels, electrical systems, robotics, and PLC-controlled machinery. This hands-on role offers exposure to complete systems from shop assembly through final installation.
Responsibilities
- Build and wire industrial control panels from electrical schematics.
- Read and interpret electrical and pneumatic drawings.
- Install and commission electrical and pneumatic control systems.
- Bend conduit and pull, terminate, and test electrical and control wiring.
- Install sensors, switches, variable-frequency drives, and other control devices.
- Support PLC-controlled equipment and troubleshoot basic PLC programs.
- Assist with robotics installation and integration.
- Perform control-panel quality checks and electrical inspections.
- Troubleshoot wiring, equipment, and controls issues.
- Support equipment startup and commissioning.
- Update existing manufacturing equipment and redline technical schematics.
- Maintain organized work areas using 5S principles.
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and external vendors to resolve project issues.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of controls technician experience or an associate degree in automation and controls.
- Industrial electrical, automation, controls, or comparable technical experience.
- Ability to read electrical schematics.
- Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge.
- Familiarity with electrical tools and testing equipment.
- Experience with wiring, electrical installations, or control panels.
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
- Willingness to perform hands-on installation work and complete required technical training.
- Strong accountability and communication skills.
- Ability to work approximately 5060 hours per week.
- Control-panel construction, PLC or HMI troubleshooting, SCADA, robotics, or variable-frequency drive experience preferred.
- Experience with conduit, control wiring, pneumatic systems, machine installation, industrial maintenance, or automation commissioning preferred.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 79, UL 508A, or continuous-improvement practices preferred.
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire, fully onsite in Texas, with potential travel of up to 25%.
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