Controls and Instrumentation Technician
DSJ Global is partnered with a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing organization who is seeking an experienced Controls & Instrumentation Technician to join their team in Acton, MA. This organization is investing heavily in U.S. manufacturing expansion and operates at the forefront of automated assembly and high-precision production technologies supporting a highly regulated industry.
As a Controls & Instrumentation Technician, you will play a critical role in bringing new automated production lines online and maintaining peak equipment performance. You will work hands-on with complex automation systems including PLCs, vision systems, robotics, lasers, and motion control, taking ownership from installation and commissioning through ongoing troubleshooting and continuous improvement. This role offers a strong mix of hands-on technical execution and process optimization, with the opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally and train others in a fast-paced, startup-style environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, commission, and troubleshoot automated assembly and process equipment
- Program and support PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems
- Work with vision systems, servo/VFD drives, and motion control technologies
- Lead equipment startup, debugging, qualification, and acceptance testing
- Perform root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs
- Troubleshoot control circuits, electrical systems, and instrumentation issues
- Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimize system performance
- Train operators and technicians on equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Document maintenance activity and support compliance in a regulated manufacturing environment
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience working with automation, controls, or instrumentation in manufacturing
- Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley preferred)
- Proven experience troubleshooting automated production or assembly equipment
- Experience with HMIs, vision systems, servo motors, and VFDs
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Desired Skills
- Experience with Cognex or Keyence vision systems
- Knowledge of robotics, lasers, or advanced inspection systems
- Familiarity with SQL databases or basic programming
- Experience working in a regulated environment
- Background in startup or greenfield manufacturing environments
- Understanding of machine safety standards
Additional Details
- 12-hour rotating night shift (shift differential included)
- Competitive compensation + full benefits package
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