Automation Engineer

Job Title: Automation Technician

Job Description

As an Automation Technician, you will play a pivotal role in installing, maintaining, and repairing automated systems in both industrial and commercial settings. Your work will focus on improving efficiency and minimizing human intervention. You will assist Mechanical and Lab areas with preventative maintenance, and ensure the upkeep and repair of facilities and their assets. This includes troubleshooting and fixing machinery, plumbing, heating, and wiring, as well as inspecting buildings for safety compliance. You will also be tasked with creating purchase orders for maintenance and building upgrades and engaging in PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair automated systems.
• Assist with preventative maintenance efforts in Mechanical and Lab areas.
• Ensure upkeep and repair of facilities and assets.
• Troubleshoot and fix machinery, plumbing, heating, and wiring.
• Inspect buildings to confirm safety standards.
• Create purchase orders for maintenance and building upgrades.
• Engage in PLC programming.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in PLC programming.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with preventative maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair various systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in Allen Bradley / Rockwell systems.
• Mechanically inclined and able to wear many hats.
• Proactive and self-sufficient.
• Trustworthy and able to work independently.

Work Environment

You will work independently 50% of the time, making this role ideal for an independent worker. The shift is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. You will be the only one on-site in the evenings and unsupervised on the weekends, requiring a high level of trustworthiness. You will support Clean room labs and Mechanical areas, offering a unique opportunity to engage with one of the biggest Pharma Manufacturers in the world.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $45 - $50