Automation Technician

Novacel is seeking an Automation Technician to build, wire, program, test, troubleshoot, and support industrial control systems and automated equipment.

This hands-on role combines electrical panel assembly with automation programming, machine commissioning, and technical troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate has experience building industrial control panels, understands electrical and automation systems, and possesses early- to mid-level PLC and HMI programming skills.

This position is essential to delivering reliable, high-quality automation solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Build and wire industrial electrical control panels from schematics, layouts, and bills of materials.
• Install and wire PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, relays, contactors, motor starters, power supplies, safety devices, and other control components.
• Perform low-voltage control wiring and three-phase power distribution.
• Wire field devices including sensors, motors, actuators, valves, and remote I/O.
• Route, terminate, label, and verify wiring in accordance with UL 508A, NFPA 79, and company standards.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and HMI applications.
• Configure and troubleshoot VFDs, safety controllers, and industrial communication networks.
• Perform panel checkout, I/O verification, power-up, and functional testing.
• Support machine startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and debugging in the shop and at customer sites as needed.
• Diagnose electrical and control system issues using standard electrical test equipment and diagnostic software.
• Collaborate with Engineering to resolve issues, implement design improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Inspect completed assemblies to ensure quality and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Required Qualifications and Skills:
• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in electrical technology, mechatronics, industrial automation, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in industrial automation, machine building, or controls.