Automation & Controls Technician (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Automation & Controls Technician (Manufacturing): Supporting the build and commissioning of advanced automation systems for vehicle structures with an accent on integrating electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems. Focus on troubleshooting, system bring-up, and ensuring high-performance operation of industrial automation cells.

Location: Must be based in Torrance, California, United States (100% onsite)

Salary: $37.59 – $69.49 per hour

Company

A technology company that has developed the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS), an end-to-end factory system using machine learning for additive manufacturing of complex vehicle structures.

What you will do

• Build, wire, and integrate industrial control panels and automation equipment.
• Assemble and install mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic subsystems.
• Support system bring-up, checkout, and commissioning of new automation cells.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues during build and commissioning phases.
• Partner with engineers to debug issues and implement design improvements.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient build areas and development cells.

Requirements

• Must be able to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls.
• 2–5 years of hands-on experience building or integrating industrial automation systems.
• Proficiency with industrial electrical systems (24VDC and 480/277 VAC).
• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and mechanical assembly.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical and mechanical systems.

Nice to have

• Experience building complex automation systems like robotics or CNCs.
• UL 508A panel building experience.
• State certified as an electrician.
• Familiarity with PLC-based systems and industrial networks.
• Experience in a fast-paced or startup manufacturing environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and Premium PPO options.
• Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonuses.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays with a year-end shutdown.
• Paid parental leave and company-sponsored life/disability insurance.
• Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives.