Automation Technician

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🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $65k - $85k / year

⏰ Full Time

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Top Hat Engineering

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11 - 50 employees

Founded 2023

🚗 Transport

📦 Logistics

💼 Consulting

Transport • Logistics • Consulting

Top Hat Engineering is a company specializing in warehouse and fulfillment operations and automation. They provide expertise in optimizing warehouse layouts, tools, and technologies tailored to improve efficiency for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies. Their services include operational consulting, software solutions, and mechanical equipment upgrades, all aimed at maximizing operational excellence through data analytics and cost/benefit analysis.

📋 Description

• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of automated conveyor, sorter, and robotic systems • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues in real time • Work alongside controls engineers to monitor and adjust PLC and HMI systems, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens • Assist in system startups, safety checks, and commissioning of new automation equipment • Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently • Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying root causes of downtime and proposing solutions • Maintain accurate service logs and communicate with operations and engineering teams • Assist Senior Automation Technicians • Update and maintain accurate records • Schedule follow-on maintenance • Inventory spare parts and tool logs • Travel to customer sites to install or repair automated systems for Fortune 500 companies

🎯 Requirements

• Associates degree preferred but not required • 4+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, warehouse automation, or a related field • Basic understanding of electrical circuits, sensors, and PLC logic • Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, safety-focused warehouse environment • Willingness to learn and grow within advanced automation and robotics systems • Certified in the ability to operate a Forklift • Certified in the ability to operate a Scissor Lift

🏖️ Benefits

• Training provided • Approximately 50% travel to customer sites • Opportunity for personal development and growth into other engineering roles/functions • On-call support may be required on certain occasions