What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electromechanical Technician position at Abbott?
Title: Electromechanical Technician
Location: Plymouth, MN
Duration: 12 Months
100% Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.
Location: Plymouth, MN
Duration: 12 Months
100% Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- At least 1 year Experience with automated machinery, robotics, or custom equipment builds.
- Technical diploma or equivalent experience in automation, mechatronics, machine building, or industrial maintenance.
- Strong understanding of mechanical assembly, pneumatics, and basic electrical wiring.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and pneumatic diagrams.
- Experience using hand tools, measurement tools, and shop equipment.
- Equipment Assembly & Build
- Assemble mechanical components, frames, fixtures, subassemblies, and robotic systems according to engineering drawings and build documentation.
- Perform precision alignment of mechanical parts such as actuators, slides, sensors, and tooling.
- Install pneumatic systems, tubing, valves, and fittings.
- Electrical & Controls Integration
- Wire control panels, sensors, motors, and power systems following electrical schematics.
- Route cables and harnesses for neat, serviceable installations.
- Assist controls engineers with I/O checkout, machine debugging, and troubleshooting.
- Machine Testing & Validation
- Support mechanical dry runs, functional testing, and system verification.
- Identify issues during startup and collaborate with engineering to resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or programming problems.
- Perform basic robot or PLC adjustments under guidance from controls engineers.
- Documentation & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate build notes, redlines, and change feedback for engineering updates.
- Follow standard work procedures, safety guidelines, and quality processes.
- Suggest improvements in machine design, build methods, and component selection.
- Collaboration
- Work closely with mechanical designers, controls engineers, project managers, and manufacturing teams.
- Support field installation, commissioning, or service visits as required.
- Experience with automated machinery, robotics, or custom equipment builds.
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Mitsubishi).
- Understanding of industrial safety standards such as lockout/tagout, guarding, and risk assessment.
- Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and craftsmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
- Long Term Disability
- Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
- MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
- 401(k)
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.