Job Description
Job Description
The mission
Lead the assembly, integration, test, and field commissioning of custom automation systems—ensuring every machine ships fully verified and customers experience smooth installations and reliable performance.
Core impact areas
- Run comprehensive electrical / mechanical checks; verify part control, machine functions, and system operation per specification.
- Support engineering / manufacturing on upgrades and configurations; create clear written documentation of field corrections and problems.
- Evaluate customer product samples to confirm equipment compatibility and required configuration.
- Conduct final quality and performance testing of machinery before shipment.
- Execute installations, service, and warranty work with timely, direct customer and representative interaction.
- Participate in acceptance visits, providing customer contact and assistance on-site.
- Contribute to technician education and customer demonstrations.
About the organization
Our client is a 100% employee-owned designer and manufacturer of high-speed automation assembly and test equipment serving life science, personal care, and food & beverage industries.
Qualifications
3+ years in automated machine building with testing / debug experience.3+ years as a service technician or lead machine builder in automation.Associate’s degree / technical certificate or equivalent practical experience.Knowledge of AC / DC electrical fundamentals.Ability to interpret detailed 3D mechanical drawings, electrical diagrams, and pneumatic schematics.Hands-on use of machine shop tools (drill press, mill, grinder).PLC experience is a plus (read ladder logic; make basic edits).Competence with hand tools and precision measurement : calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges.Logistics
Primary location : near Elgin, Illinois.Travel : up to 20% domestic and international.Proficiencies
Electrical SchematicsMachine Building / AssemblingPneumatics ExperienceRewards & ownership
Medical insuranceDental insurance – employer paidVision insurance – employer paidShort- and long-term disability – employer paidBasic Life and AD&D – employer paidVoluntary Life insurance401(k) with company contributionPension planEmployee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)Paid time offFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Tuition reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness reimbursement8 paid holidays