Automation Technician

Automation TechnicianPosition available in: Charleston, SCJob Type: Full time Positions Available: 3Broetje Automation is the world's leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).Summary: This role will be responsible for maintaining highly specialized, robotic-controlled, automated fastening machines that help assemble aircraft at the Boeing South Carolina facility in North Charleston, SC. Broetje is responsible for all maintenance of this equipment as the equipment's OEM.Shift Schedule:1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 6:00 AM$1.75 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekends (OVERTIME)Compensation/Benefits:Hourly Range: $30.00-44.00/hr, plus overtime & shift differential6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)Disability plan & group life insurance program3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidaysTuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yrInternational travel opportunities (Germany)Education & Experience:High school or equivalent AND Technical Certificate or Associates/BS in Electrical/Mechanical/Controls/Industrial Engineering or Mechatronics3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience -- machine tool maintenance experience3+ years of experience with Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting & Siemens 840D series CNC troubleshooting experience (ideal candidate will have PLC programming experience)NEC CertificationQualifications:Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integrationExtensive experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)CNC troubleshooting experienceThorough knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCCExperienced in troubleshooting electrical control panelsStrong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendorsConfidence when communicating with customers from management to maintenance techniciansAbility to analyze and diagnose automation problemsExperience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc.)Must be able and willing to work weekends (OVERTIME)Experience with aerial platforms and working at heightsAbility to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environmentJob Responsibilities:Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductionsInternal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devicesApply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programmingTravel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting supportMaintain logs & written records of duties performed