Allen-Bradley, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Component Assembly, Computer Vision, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics, Electronics Assembly, Identify Issues, Ladder Logic, Laser Science, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing Automation, On Site Support, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Robotics, Schematics, Soldering, Startup, Systems Administration/Management, Welding, Willing to Travel
Automation Technician
Rate: $35–$38/hr + OT (1.5x) + Travel Perks
Travel: ~30–40% (North America)
Location: Columbus, OH
We’re hiring multiple Field Service Technicians to support advanced automated welding systems used across North America. These aren’t cookie-cutter roles—you’ll be part of a highly technical, hands-on team working on robotic systems, electrical builds, and precision hardware.
PLC / Electrical Field Service Technician
Focus: Automation, robotics, and electrical troubleshooting
What you’ll be doing:
- Troubleshoot and support automated welding cells with robotic arms
- Work with PLC systems (Allen Bradley preferred) – basic ladder logic, debugging, and support
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics
- Perform electrical builds, panel wiring, and component replacement
- Support installation, startup, and field service projects
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years of hands-on electrical or automation experience
- Experience with PLCs and industrial controls
- Comfortable doing both electrical AND light mechanical work
- Background as an electrician, builder, or automation tech
- Robotic arm experience = big plus
Soldering / PCB Field Service Technician
Focus: Precision electronics, PCB work, and laser systems
What you’ll be doing:
- Perform soldering, PCB repair, and electronics troubleshooting
- Support systems involving computer vision and laser technology
- Build and repair electronic assemblies and components
- Assist with system installs and field support
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years of experience with PCB, soldering, or electronics assembly
- Experience with precision components and diagnostics
- Exposure to laser systems or vision systems = strong plus
- Detail-oriented with steady hands and strong troubleshooting ability
?? Travel & Work Environment
- 30–40% travel (typically 1–2 weeks at a time, ~2 out of every 5 weeks)
- Travel across the U.S., with occasional Canada/Mexico
- 12–14 hour days while on-site (this is not a 9–5 travel role)
- Company covers:
- Flights, hotels, expenses (company card)
- Meals + per diem
- Tools provided
? What Makes This Different
- You’re not just maintaining—you’re building, troubleshooting, and improving systems
- Work alongside a tight-knit team (22 total, growing fast)
- Exposure to robotics, AI-driven automation, and advanced manufacturing tech
- A lot of training and hands-on learning
- Flexible scheduling when not traveling
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
500 to 999 employees
Staffing/Employment Agencies
http://www.sterling-engineering.com