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Automation Engineering Technician

Actalent
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2026 CLOSED ON 2/24/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineering Technician position at Actalent?

Engineering Technician

  • Train, assist, and evaluate lower-level technicians.
  • Perform major repairs and complex troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical automation issues.
  • Communicate with project managers, customers, and vendors regarding technical automation requirements.
  • Provide input and critiques for automation systems design.
  • Assist engineers and project managers in creating and running automation qualifications.
  • Make changes and revisions to basic automation designs and update all pertinent documentation.
  • Assemble quotas for average automation projects such as refurbishments and repairs.
  • Execute low to mid-level project coordination assignments.
  • Identify technology training needs to stay current with automation equipment and techniques.
  • Write camera programs from start to finish for automation and mold applications, and assist in debugging or improving existing programs.
  • Write and alter programs for 6 axis and SCARA automation robots, and complex top entry/mold take out robot programs.
  • Utilize PLC knowledge to connect and diagnose automated equipment issues and make improvements.
  • Create and modify existing PMs for automated cells to minimize downtime.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
  • Experience with CAD and instrumentation implementation.
  • Expertise in manufacturing and process improvement.
  • Strong skills in continuous improvement within an engineering context.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • A college degree (AAS or above) in an Automation-related field such as Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • 5 years of experience as a manufacturing technician with high-speed precision manufacturing equipment and inspection systems.

Work Environment

You will work in a new state-of-the-art facility, with Monday to Friday 8-hour shifts during the day. Flexible start times are available between 6-7 am.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $83000.00 - $93000.00/yr.

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Syracuse,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $83,000 - $93,000

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