Job Summary
The Engineering Technician supports, maintains, and improves automated production equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This role focuses on troubleshooting automation hardware and software, performing preventive maintenance and supporting production, and assisting with automation upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Shift Schedule: 6pm-6am (Rotating Shift)
Key Responsibilities
Production & Support
- Maintain and troubleshoot automated production equipment, including robots, conveyors, vision systems, and automated assembly/test stations.
- Respond quickly to equipment downtime to diagnose root cause and restore production.
- Support daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
- Verify proper operation of safety interlocks, light curtains, E0Stops, and guarding.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
- Identify recurring issues and recommend permanent corrective actions.
- Retrieve spare parts and assist with equipment documentation.
- Support automation upgrades, retrofits, and new equipment installations.
- Assist engineering with process improvements, cycle0time reduction, and yield improvement projects.
- Participate in root0cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
- Document repairs, changes, and maintenance activities.
- Assist in creating work instructions, maintenance procedures, and equipment manuals.
- Support training of operators and maintenance personnel on automated systems.
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Ability to work independently under production pressure
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Team0oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
- Comfortable working with both engineering and production teams
- Leads a team of automation technicians on their shift
Required Qualifications- Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, or Industrial Technology.
- 5+ years of experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment (production environment).
- Hands0on experience with:
- Sensors, pneumatics, motors, drives, and servo systems
- Industrial HMIs and automation hardware
- Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and control diagrams.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem0solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, or similar).
- Exposure to vision systems and automated inspection.
- Experience in electronics, SMT, medical device, automotive, or high0volume manufacturing.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
- Basic understanding of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, etc.).
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What you0ll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline:
Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 09-30-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-30-2026
The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.
$34.40 USD - $47.30 USDHourly
Job CategoryProduction Engineering
Is Sponsorship Available?
No
