Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician – Automation & Controls

Location: Omaha, Nebraska Compensation: $57,000–$70,000 + Benefits

A growing manufacturer of engineered agricultural and industrial equipment is seeking a hands-on Engineering Technician to support automation and controls for complex equipment systems.

This role works closely with Engineering, Production, Service, Sales, and customers to diagnose equipment issues, support Engineered-to-Order systems, and turn technical problems into practical solutions that improve equipment performance and reliability.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot PLC programs, including digital and analog I/O
• Navigate and diagnose equipment through HMI interfaces
• Troubleshoot control panels, field devices, VFDs, and related hardware
• Read, interpret, and help develop electrical schematics
• Determine whether equipment problems are controls, electrical, mechanical, or hardware related
• Ensure ETO control packages integrate properly with mechanical equipment
• Support Production, Service, Sales, and customers with controls-related issues
• Provide clear, step-by-step troubleshooting instructions
• Research and recommend solutions for customer field issues
• Partner with Development Engineering to incorporate customer feedback
• Support continuous improvement involving controls, reliability, and product performance

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on industrial automation, electrical controls, or manufacturing-equipment experience
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, control panels, and electrical schematics
• Ability to analyze PLC programs and troubleshoot digital and analog I/O
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with VFDs and parameter setup—or the technical aptitude to learn
• Ability to independently diagnose problems and develop practical solutions
• Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with customers
• Agricultural equipment, grain handling or drying systems, industrial machinery, field service, or engineered-equipment experience is a plus

Why Consider It?

• $57,000–$70,000 compensation range
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hands-on exposure to PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, controls, and engineered equipment
• Direct collaboration with Engineering, Production, Service, and customers
• Opportunity to influence product improvements and equipment reliability
• Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career growth

For immediate and confidential consideration, email your resume to:

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All inquiries and candidate information will be held in the strictest confidence.