Automation Technician

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician | Manufacturing | Dallas, TXWe are hiring on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client in Dallas, TX for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Technician. This is a full-time, hourly position on the Engineering team working rotating 12-hour day/night shifts in a fast-paced production environment.What You'll Be DoingServing as the lead technical expert on electrical sub-components (sensors, motors, drives, PLCs) on your shiftTroubleshooting and resolving process and equipment issues alongside operations and industrial technician teamsSelecting, installing, configuring, and calibrating instruments and devicesPerforming planned and reactive electrical maintenance and repairs per standard work plansProgramming new equipment or modifying existing programs as directedBending and running conduit, pulling cable and wire, and performing hands-on electrical work throughout the facilitySupporting safety, 5S, and continuous improvement initiativesTraining plant personnel on new systems and updating LOTO/SOP documentationWhat You Need5+ years of hands-on electrical/instrumentation experience (high school diploma or GED) OR3+ years with an associate degree in a related fieldPreferred BackgroundProcess control and troubleshooting experienceSiemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC experienceNEC and electrical distribution knowledgeBackground in manufacturing, web process handling, or multi-equipment integrated production environmentsWork EnvironmentSplit between office and production floor. PPE required on the floor. Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 lbs. Rotating 12-hour shifts with occasional overtime.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive hourly wage plus a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible benefits plan, 401(k) with company match, and profit-sharing retirement plan.

Created: 2026-05-09