The LEGO Group

Controls Automation Technician

The LEGO Group$83K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems within manufacturing
  • Proficient in reading electrical schematics and control drawings
  • Skilled in troubleshooting PLC, HMI, and robotic systems
  • Solid understanding of industrial communication networks
  • Knowledgeable about automated manufacturing processes
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail in documentation practices

Responsibilities

  • Validate machine operations and ensure system performance
  • Investigate automation issues beyond equipment failures
  • Identify and resolve recurring faults and system anomalies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine root causes
  • Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, robotics, and communication issues
  • Support operational validation after maintenance or system changes
  • Assist with system testing and documentation updates

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies
  • Exposure to advanced robotics and automated systems
  • Career development opportunities within LEGO Manufacturing Virginia
  • Collaborative team environment with various departments
  • Focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
  • Safe workplace culture promoting learning and innovation
  • Enhanced paid family care leave
  • Comprehensive life and disability insurance coverage
  • Access to wellbeing programs and Headspace App
  • Generous colleague discount from day one
  • Potential for bonuses based on goal achievements
Full Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about industrial automation and solving complex equipment challenges? As a Controls Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting automated manufacturing systems by troubleshooting controls-related issues, improving system performance, and helping ensure reliable production operations.


Compensation & Schedule

Starting Pay: $40.25/hr.
Night Shift Premium: 10% shift differential ($44.27/hr.)
Schedule: 2-2-3 rotation, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM


What You'll Do
  • Validate machine sequence of operation and verify systems are performing as intended
  • Investigate automation-related issues that cannot be attributed to equipment failure
  • Identify recurring faults, nuisance stops, timing issues, and abnormal system behavior
  • Support troubleshooting of intermittent and difficult-to-replicate automation issues
  • Partner with Operations, Maintenance Automation, and Engineering to identify root causes and corrective actions
  • Troubleshoot issues involving PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision systems, sensors, and industrial communications
  • Support startup, recovery, and operational validation following maintenance activities and system changes
  • Verify proper interaction between machines, operators, and automation systems
  • Support implementation and validation of approved controls improvements
  • Identify opportunities to reduce minor stops, recurring faults, and automation-related production losses
  • Assist with testing and commissioning activities for system upgrades and modifications
  • Maintain records of controls-related investigations, system changes, and corrective actions
  • Update documentation and support change management processes as required
  • Follow plant safety policies including Lockout/Tagout, arc-flash, and electrical safety standards
  • Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations when automation systems are involved

Basic Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation or control systems in a manufacturing environment.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.

  • Experience troubleshooting PLC, HMI, robotic, and industrial automation systems.

  • Understanding of industrial communication networks and automation devices.

  • Knowledge of automated manufacturing processes and machine sequences of operation.

  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to climb ladders and work in a manufacturing environment.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

  • Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms.

  • Experience supporting highly automated manufacturing operations.

  • Experience with system commissioning, controls validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Familiarity with robotics, vision systems, and advanced industrial automation technologies.


What We Offer
  • Opportunity to work with advanced automation and manufacturing technologies.

  • Exposure to complex robotics, controls, and automated systems.

  • Career growth and development opportunities within LEGO Manufacturing Virginia.

  • Collaborative environment working alongside Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and OT teams.

  • Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

  • Safe, team-oriented workplace focused on learning, innovation, and quality.

Compensation

The salary for this position has a range of $40.25 - $40.25 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What’s in it for you?

Here are some of what to expect:

FamilyCare Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based

ColleagueDiscount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

Your workplace – When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.

About The LEGO Group

The LEGO Group is a Danish toy production company based in Billund. It is best known for the manufacture of Lego-brand toys, consisting mostly of interlocking plastic bricks. The LEGO Group has also built several amusement parks around the world, each known as Legoland, and operates several retail stores. The company was founded on 10 August 1932 by Ole Kirk Christiansen. The word 'lego' is derived from the Danish words 'leg godt', meaning 'play well'. The LEGO Group's flagship product, Lego, consists of colourful interlocking plastic bricks accompanying an array of gears, figurines called minifigures, and various other parts. LEGO pieces can be assembled and connected in many ways to construct objects, including vehicles, buildings, and working robots.
Learn more about The LEGO Group
Size
18,900 employees
Industry
Founded
1932

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