Automation Technician (Crosby, TX)

Summary In a manufacturing setting, we are looking to add an Automation Technician to our manufacturing team in Houston. The role involves engineering, testing, maintaining, and supporting automation solutions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program logic‑controlled equipment to achieve production, quality, and safety expectations Provide technical automation support during production breakdowns as well as new equipment installations, commissioning, retrofits, and continuous improvement projects Assist in equipment malfunction investigation to increase equipment reliability by identifying root cause, determining corrective actions/preventative measures, and following up on deviations Perform setup and calibration for process and control instrumentation such as flow meters, temperature and pressure transducers Determine and program parameters for variable frequency drivers and servo drives Install and commission new necessary instrumentation for additional data collection per requests from engineering and/or operations teams Maintain and continuously develop existing plant control systems Perform routine diagnostic checks on equipment, electrical panels, and control systems Research new industrial automation equipment, instruments, controls, and materials available on the market for use in a manufacturing environment Follow all safety regulations, such as arc flash protection and the use of personal protective equipment Experience Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in automation. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree and/or relevant experience Thorough understanding of PLCs, HMIs, advanced programming techniques, and configurations (Experience with B&R Automation, Rockwell Automation, and/or Automation Direct) Knowledge of VFD & Servo Motor Control Knowledge of industrial networking (EthernetIP, ModbusRTU, ModbusTCP, CANopen, Powerlink) Knowledge of industrial instrumentation – level, pressure, flow, temperature, proximity sensors, reed sensors, laser distance and through‑beam sensors Proficiency using MS Office and other tools Strong work ethic, ability to work in a team environment, and ability to work unsupervised Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills with great attention to detail Team player who constructively contributes to a positive environment Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently Benefits 401(k) matching Dental/Health insurance (shared premiums with employer) Vision insurance Paid time off Safety boot allowance Prescription safety glass allowance Work location: In person at our Crosby, TX plant #J-18808-Ljbffr North West Rubber Colorado