Automation Technician

Job Description Summary

The Automation & Process Controls Technician is responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automation and process control systems used in a manufacturing environment, with an initial focus on ECM equipment and associated manufacturing processes.

This role supports safe and reliable production by maintaining PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, electrical controls, process equipment, and industrial communication systems.

The technician works closely with Automation Engineering, Engineering, Maintenance, EHS, Operations, and equipment vendors to improve equipment reliability, process control, safety, and maintainability.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Process Controls Support

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, instrumentation, and industrial control systems.
• Perform routine inspections on automation and process control equipment.
• Support ECM equipment and associated process systems, including pumps, valves, motors, sensors, instrumentation, chemical handling systems, ventilation, and process controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, process control, and automation system issues.

Programming & Controls

• Assist with PLC and HMI programming, modifications, testing, commissioning, and implementation under engineering direction.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting, I/O diagnostics, and control system verification.
• Work with HMI interfaces to monitor equipment status, alarms, process conditions, and system operation.
• Assist with machine and process safety functions, including alarms, permissives, interlocks, and shutdown sequences.

Instrumentation & Industrial Networks

• Install, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and validate process instrumentation, including:

Temperature, Pressure, Flow, Level, Gas detection, Other process sensors and instrumentation

• Support industrial communication networks and connectivity between PLCs, HMIs, drives, remote I/O, instrumentation, and other automation equipment.
• Support industrial Ethernet and communication protocols used within manufacturing control systems.

System Integration & Improvements

• Support Automation Engineers with new equipment installations, system upgrades, and retrofits.
• Participate in commissioning, startup, FAT, and SAT activities for new and modified equipment.
• Support equipment vendors during troubleshooting, commissioning, and system modifications.
• Identify recurring equipment and process issues and work with Engineering and Maintenance to develop sustainable corrective actions.
• Recommend improvements to increase equipment reliability, process stability, maintainability, efficiency, and safety.

Production & Reliability Support

• Respond to automation and process-control-related downtime events quickly and effectively.
• Work with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to diagnose and resolve equipment and process issues.
• Support machine and process data collection for troubleshooting, reliability analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and improve electrical drawings, I/O lists, network information, control narratives, equipment documentation, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support preventive maintenance and lifecycle management of automation, instrumentation, and control equipment.
• Engage in reliability engineering efforts, including FMEA, spare-parts strategy, TPM, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all industry, regional, and GE Vernova safety standards.
• Follow applicable electrical safety practices and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Assist with machine safety verification and testing of alarms, permissives, interlocks, and shutdown functions.
• Ensure automation and process control systems are maintained and operated in accordance with company and applicable regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in:
  • Industrial Automation
  • Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
  • Mechatronics
  • Instrumentation
  • Industrial Controls
  • Process Controls

(or equivalent experience)

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial automation, maintenance, or process control environment.
• Basic knowledge of:
  • PLC and HMI systems
  • Industrial electrical systems
  • Process instrumentation
  • Sensors and actuators
  • Motors and drives
  • Industrial control systems
• Ability to read and troubleshoot electrical schematics and control drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLC and HMI platforms such as:
  • Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)
  • Siemens
• Experience with:
  • Process instrumentation
  • Temperature, pressure, flow, and level measurement
  • Gas detection systems
  • Motors and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
  • Pumps and automated valves
  • Remote I/O systems
  • Industrial Ethernet networks
  • EtherNet/IP and PROFINET
  • Machine and process safety systems
• Experience supporting automated manufacturing or chemical/process-related equipment.
• Familiarity with equipment commissioning, FAT/SAT, preventive maintenance, and lifecycle management.

Key Skills

• PLC and HMI troubleshooting
• Process controls and instrumentation
• Electrical and controls diagnostics
• Sensor and actuator troubleshooting
• Industrial network fundamentals
• Electrical schematic and control drawing interpretation
• Problem solving and root cause analysis
• Technical documentation
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, EHS, and equipment vendors

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing shop floor
• Exposure to automated equipment, electrical systems, process equipment, and chemical manufacturing areas
• Requires use of PPE
• May require standing, lifting per local site requirements, climbing ladders, working from height, and working in confined areas

Eligibility Requirements

• Ability to work the required schedule: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions, and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and protected individuals, such as certain refugees and asylees). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work overtime as required, including occasional weekend shifts.
• Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety shoes.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 10, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.