Automation Technician – Controls Design (Control Panel & Schematic Exp Req)

Automation Technician – Controls Design

Location: York, PA

Salary: Commensurate with experience
Excellent Benefits: Medical (low deductible), Dental, & Vision, 401k w/ Employer Contribution (No Cap & Immediate Vesting!), Holidays, Generous PTO

Responsibilities

• Build, wire, and rework industrial control panels and machine assemblies
• Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; verify continuity and accurate connections
• Perform functional testing (I/O checks, sensors, motors, VFDs, safety circuits)
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues during assembly, testing, and startup
• Determine root cause and implement solutions
• Support PLC/HMI integration through I/O verification, device setup, and basic diagnostics
• Install and terminate field devices and route wiring per standards
• Maintain accurate documentation, including redlines, schematics, and parts lists
• Support commissioning activities and provide technical guidance to internal teams as needed

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building industrial control panels from schematics
• Experience creating or modifying electrical schematics and supporting the development of industrial control systems
• Experience selecting, evaluating, or specifying electrical components for control systems
• Strong ability to diagnose electrical issues at the system level