Automation and PLC Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Automation and PLC Technician

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as an Automation and PLC Technician.

What you’ll do:

• Repairs, assembles, installs, and maintains production assembly machine systems

• Documents all maintenance activity and assists with machine downtime root-cause trouble-shooting activity

• Aids in creating both mechanical and software control code standards

• Understands pneumatic and hydraulic devices and how these respective systems/components are energized and controlled

• Understands AC/DC theory and AC/DC electronic circuits with their corresponding schematics

• Understands electronic feed-back sensor devices

• Can assemble and terminate (wire) control cabinet and machine components

• Understands electronic safety devices, light curtains, safety relays, emergency stop circuits, and operator input devices

• Creates and issues written trouble-shooting guides, preventative maintenance work instructions, and technical work instructions

• Understands ladder logic and machine control program

What is required:

• High School diploma required

• Enrolled in a vocational degree (2-3 years Knowledge of electrical and mechanical machine applications

• Ability to read Blue Prints and wiring diagram

• Self-directed, yet effective working part of a collaborative team

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!

What’s in it for you:

•Attractive compensation package

•Recognition awards, company events, university discount options and many more perks.

•Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.