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It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed baseJob Description\nEssential Responsibilities\nAdvanced Automation & Robotics Support\nInstall, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic systems, automated equipment, and manufacturing cells used in production.\nPerform advanced fault isolation across integrated systems including robots, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, conveyors, end-of-arm tooling, safety circuits, and peripheral equipment.\nDiagnose and resolve complex equipment issues involving multiple failure modes across electrical, mechanical, controls, and process interactions.\nLead technical troubleshooting during high-impact downtime events, using a systematic approach to identify root cause and restore operation safely and efficiently.\nEvaluate recurring failures and chronic equipment losses to determine whether issues stem from component wear, programming logic, process variation, setup conditions, operator interaction, or system design limitations.\nServe as the escalation point for difficult automation and robotics problems that cannot be resolved through standard maintenance practices.\nControls, Programming, and Diagnostics\nTroubleshoot and support PLC logic, robot programs, CNC interfaces, servo systems, VFDs, and HMI-controlled processes.\nPerform I/O diagnostics, signal tracing, device verification, and communication troubleshooting across control panels and machine networks.\nMake controlled program edits, parameter adjustments, and recovery changes within approved procedures and change management expectations.\nAnalyze alarms, faults, interlocks, sequence issues, and machine state conditions to identify hidden causes of equipment stoppage or performance degradation.\nSupport backup, restoration, and version control of robot, PLC, and HMI programs in coordination with engineering and controls teams.\nAssist in validating control system changes and startup performance after repairs, upgrades, or process adjustments.\nReliability, Root Cause, and Continuous Improvement\nDrive a structured troubleshooting culture using root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, fault trees, Pareto review, and failure trend analysis.\nInvestigate chronic downtime, nuisance faults, repeat failures, and intermittent issues with the goal of eliminating recurrence.\nIdentify weak points in equipment design, maintenance strategy, spare parts readiness, component selection, or operating practice and recommend durable corrective actions.\nParticipate in and support reliability-centered maintenance activities including PM optimization, predictive maintenance, spare parts strategy, FMEA, TPM, and critical asset planning.\nUse historical downtime data, alarm history, failure patterns, and maintenance records to prioritize improvement efforts.\nDevelop and implement corrective and preventive actions that improve machine reliability, process stability, throughput, and safety.\nSystem Integration & Technical Improvement\nSupport automation engineers with equipment upgrades, controls modifications, retrofits, and integration of new automation technologies.\nParticipate in commissioning, startup, debug, and validation of new robotic cells, automation systems, and production equipment.\nAssist in proving out system functionality after installation or major maintenance, including verification of machine performance, safety systems, communications, and process repeatability.\nRecommend and help implement improvements to increase equipment robustness, reduce cycle interruptions, improve fault recovery, and simplify maintenance access.\nSupport integration and troubleshooting of industrial communication systems including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, device-level networks, remote I/O, and smart instrumentation.\nContribute technical input to capital projects, controls upgrades, and equipment redesign efforts based on hands-on operational experience.\nProduction and Process Support\nRespond rapidly to equipment downtime while balancing immediate recovery with thorough technical evaluation.\nWork cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve process-related automation issues that affect output, scrap, repeatability, or product quality.\nDistinguish between machine faults, process faults, programming issues, setup errors, and operator-driven variation in order to apply the right corrective action.\nSupport product and process changeovers requiring advanced equipment adjustment, reteaching, recalibration, or program verification.\nAssist in developing robust recovery methods for process interruptions to minimize scrap and unplanned downtime.\nProvide technical mentorship and guidance to maintenance technicians and operators on equipment behavior, fault recovery, and basic troubleshooting practices.\nDocumentation, Standardization, and Knowledge Capture\nMaintain detailed records of troubleshooting findings, root cause conclusions, corrective actions, program changes, and equipment modifications.\nUpdate electrical schematics, troubleshooting guides, recovery procedures, PM documents, and maintenance work instructions as needed.\nDocument lessons learned from major failures and support creation of troubleshooting standards to improve future response.\nHelp build technical documentation that improves repeatability, accelerates diagnosis, and reduces dependency on tribal knowledge.\nEnsure all repairs, modifications, and adjustments are properly communicated and recorded in accordance with site procedures.\nSafety, Risk Reduction, and Compliance\nFollow all GE Vernova, local site, and regulatory safety requirements related to electrical systems, robotics, automation equipment, and machine safeguarding.\nExecute and support lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, stored energy isolation, and machine safety verification activities.\nTroubleshoot and maintain safety systems including light curtains, interlocks, guarding, safety relays, safety PLCs, and emergency stop circuits.\nIdentify equipment conditions that create safety, quality, or reliability risk and escalate or correct them appropriately.\nSupport safe startup and restart of automated systems following maintenance, fault recovery, or system modification.\nQualifications/Requirements\nAssociate degree, technical diploma, or certification in one of the following:Mechatronics\nRobotics\nIndustrial Automation\nElectrical Technology\nMechanical Technology\nControls Technology or equivalent hands-on experience\n\n4+ years of experience in a manufacturing, automation, robotics, or advanced maintenance environment.\nDemonstrated experience troubleshooting integrated industrial equipment beyond routine component replacement.\nWorking knowledge of:industrial robotics\nPLC-controlled systems\nindustrial electrical systems\nservo and motion systems\nmechanical power transmission\npneumatic and hydraulic systems\nmachine safety systems\n\n Flexibility: Willingness to work A, B, or C Shift.A: 5AM - 3:30PM (MON, TUES, WED, TH)\nB: 3:30PM - 2AM (MON, TUES, WED, TH)\nC: 6AM - 6:30PM (FRI, SAT, SUN)\n\nDesired Education/Experience\nExperience supporting complex automated manufacturing systems with multiple integrated subsystems.\nExperience with industrial robots and cobots such as:FANUC\nKUKA\nABB\nYaskawa Motoman\n\nFamiliarity with PLC and controls platforms such as:Siemens\nRockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley\n\nExperience with:servo drives and motion control\nVFDs and motor control systems\nindustrial networks such as EtherNet/IP and Profinet\nvision systems\nautomated conveyors and material handling\nsafety PLCs and machine guarding systems\ndata collection or condition monitoring tools\n\nExperience participating in root cause investigations, reliability improvement efforts, and startup/commissioning activities.\nAbility to read and interpret:electrical schematics\nladder logic\npanel layouts\nP&IDs\nmechanical drawings\nrobot and automation documentation\n\nKey Skills\nAdvanced troubleshooting and fault isolation\nRoot cause analysis and structured problem solving\nRobotics and automation system diagnostics\nPLC, HMI, and controls troubleshooting\nElectrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagnostics\nAbility to diagnose intermittent and systemic failures\nStrong technical judgment under production pressure\nContinuous improvement and reliability mindset\nClear communication across maintenance, engineering, and operations teams\nTechnical documentation and knowledge sharing\nAbility to work independently on complex problems with limited supervision\nOther Requirements/Responsibilities\nObey all safety rules including wearing personal protective equipment such as safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas.\nComply with all practices and procedures including the GE Vernova Bangor Handbook, the Code of Mutual Respect, and the GE Vernova Spirit & Letter.\nQualify for and utilize specialized personal protective equipment (e.g. respirator, arc flash and fall protection), as required for the position.\nPerform a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities by effectively utilizing cross-training and multi-skilling. This includes, but is not limited to, operating multiple machines simultaneously within the same shop/area and based on business needs.\nFoster a safety culture by engaging in and supporting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits, training sessions, related activities, and compliance with Life-Saving Rules (LSR).\nEnsure that all products consistently meet or exceed the quality standards and customer expectations. Additionally, identify and address any quality issues promptly to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.\nDeliver the products/services right the first time, every time, with focus, using standard work and lean to ensure both safety and quality objectives are met and sustained.\nEmbrace innovation and a continuous improvement/lean mindset through collaborative efforts with Safety/Quality/Delivery/Cost/Culture initiatives supporting the overall success of the Bangor and GE Vernova Teams.\nInnovate and solve problems rapidly with rigor, transparency, and to Stop Work when needed.\nComplete all required certifications promptly and within designated timeframes.\nAdhere to established company standard work procedures and continuously seek process improvements.\nComplete all required training promptly and thoroughly.\nTreat others with dignity and respect while being committed to proactively solving problems, raising concerns, and working collaboratively as one team.\nCommunicate with transparency, integrity, and respect to foster positive working relationships.\nTake ownership of work and roles/responsibilities so each individual and each team is accountable for delivering on commitments.\nJob Assessment/Interview Requirements\nMust successfully pass an assessment to demonstrate knowledge and ability in utilizing significant mechanical, electrical, and programmable logic controller experience and troubleshooting.\nInterview based role\nPay Transparency: The starting pay rate for this position is $43.2016/hr plus a 10% shift bonus. 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