Automation Tech

Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for an Automation Technician to support the design, build, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing production support of automated manufacturing systems.

About the Division

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems with $19.9B in revenue in 2025. Parker’s Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling provides a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants serve critical industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and support automated equipment using PLC, SCADA, and HMI platforms.
• Support setup, operation, programming, and troubleshooting of robotic systems and automated work cells.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving electrical controls, sensors, actuators, drives, pneumatics, mechanical assemblies, and production equipment.
• Interpret and work from electrical prints, schematics, panel layouts, mechanical drawings, and control documentation.
• Support equipment commissioning, startup, validation, and production readiness activities.
• Provide technical support to production operations to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Assist with mechanical assembly, wiring, panel work, pneumatic plumbing, and machine integration as required.
• Train and support maintenance technicians on equipment operation, troubleshooting methods, preventive maintenance, and safe work practices.
• Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, troubleshooting guides, equipment records, and control system notes.
• Work effectively with engineering, maintenance, operations, quality, and external suppliers to resolve technical issues and implement improvements.
• Travel as required to support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer or supplier activities.

Requirements

• 1-5 years’ experience in PLCs and/or Robotics programming.
• Associate’s degree or greater from an accredited college or university, with an emphasis in engineering; Automation, Electro-Mechanical, or similar related degree is preferred.
• Electrical background is necessary.
• PLC/SCADA/HMI programming experience.
• Troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning experience.
• Knowledge in pneumatics and mechanical assembly is a plus.
• Experience assembling, testing, installing, and troubleshooting automation equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with electrical equipment: 480/230 3ph, 110 & 24vdc controls, prints, and schematics.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to use computer-assisted design software to create CAD drawings of project wiring diagrams and panel layouts is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to travel as necessary to assist with equipment installation, startup, and service.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• 401(k) Matching & Retirement Income Account
• Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

Pay

Starting hourly wage: $ (exact amount not specified)

Schedule

• Five (5) 8-hour shifts
• Monday through Friday
• 6:00 am - 2:00 pm