Automation Assembly Technician

About the role

This role focuses on supporting in-house engineering projects as a Mechanical Engineering Technician. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering teams to assemble, commission, and improve complex automation equipment. You will contribute directly to project documentation, root cause failure analysis, and process improvement initiatives within a modern manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering teams to support in-house engineering projects.
• Perform root cause failure analysis on field failures to identify issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Assemble conveyors, robots, and other complex automation components and automation equipment.
• Commission automation equipment, ensuring proper installation, setup, and operation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Document work, findings, and results for the engineering team, supporting completion of multiple in-house projects.
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings during assembly and troubleshooting.
• Use test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, to diagnose electrical and mechanical component performance issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and quality standards are met.
• Support continuous improvement efforts across engineering and manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in commissioning and assembly of automation equipment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical components and systems used in automation equipment.
• Hands-on experience with assembly of conveyors, robots, and other complex automation components.
• Experience performing root cause failure analysis on field failures.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and mechanical documentation.
• Proficiency using test and measurement tools, including oscilloscopes, for troubleshooting and verification.
• Ability to document work clearly and accurately for engineering teams and project records.

Skills

• Experience in electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering support.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or automation-focused environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing equipment and process issues.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Attention to detail when assembling, testing, and documenting automation equipment.
• Interest in professional growth within a large, expanding organization with broad visibility.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new manufacturing plant, offering a modern and clean facility with up-to-date automation equipment and engineering tools. The standard shift runs from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., providing a consistent daytime schedule. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering teams on in-house projects, with exposure to conveyors, robots, and complex automation systems. The environment supports professional growth and offers significant visibility across different areas of the organization.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, contract position based in Mount Juliet, TN. The standard shift runs from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.