Automation Technician

Automation Technician

Location: Taylor, MI

Company: Oakwood Group

Position Overview

Oakwood Group is seeking a hands-on, solutions-driven Automation Technician to support the integration, performance, and reliability of automated manufacturing systems across our operations.

This role plays a critical part in bridging controls, electrical systems, and production needs—working from initial equipment integration through launch and ongoing optimization. Success in this role will be measured by improvements in uptime, throughput, quality, and responsiveness to issues.

The Automation Technician will collaborate closely with internal teams, OEMs, and system integrators to deliver safe, scalable, and high-performing automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Support automation and machine integration projects from concept through launch, including commissioning and production start-up

Perform hands-on troubleshooting and optimization of automated production equipment

Program and maintain PLCs, robotics, HMIs, sensors, drives, and industrial networks

Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and system integration issues

Partner with OEMs, integrators, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful system implementation

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment reliability and performance

Assist in developing and maintaining technical documentation, standards, and best practices

Stay current on emerging automation technologies and industry trends

Qualifications

Required

Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial automation or controls technician role

OR completion of a 2-year mechatronics/automation controls program

Strong knowledge of electrical systems (24VDC, 120VAC, 208VAC, 480VAC)

Experience working with robotics and automated systems in a manufacturing environment

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic

Experience with industrial sensors, pneumatics, and troubleshooting

Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills

Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Willingness to work overtime as needed

Preferred

Experience with machine vision systems

Experience with HMI/SCADA development

Familiarity with OPC UA, MQTT, or other industrial data integration technologies

What Sets This Opportunity Apart

Direct involvement in advanced automation and integration projects

Exposure to cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams

Opportunity to influence standardization and continuous improvement efforts

Stable, growth-oriented manufacturing environment

If you thrive in a hands-on automation environment and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we encourage you to apply and join the Oakwood team.

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