Automation Engineer

Automation Technician

As an Automation Technician, you will play a pivotal role in installing, maintaining, and repairing automated systems in both industrial and commercial settings. Your work will focus on improving efficiency and minimizing human intervention. You will assist Mechanical and Lab areas with preventative maintenance, and ensure the upkeep and repair of facilities and their assets. This includes troubleshooting and fixing machinery, plumbing, heating, and wiring, as well as inspecting buildings for safety compliance. You will also be tasked with creating purchase orders for maintenance and building upgrades and engaging in PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair automated systems.
• Assist with preventative maintenance efforts in Mechanical and Lab areas.
• Ensure upkeep and repair of facilities and assets.
• Troubleshoot and fix machinery, plumbing, heating, and wiring.
• Inspect buildings to confirm safety standards.
• Create purchase orders for maintenance and building upgrades.
• Engage in PLC programming.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in PLC programming.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with preventative maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair various systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in Allen Bradley / Rockwell systems.
• Mechanically inclined and able to wear many hats.
• Proactive and self-sufficient.
• Trustworthy and able to work independently.

Work Environment

You will work independently 50% of the time, making this role ideal for an independent worker. The shift is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. You will be the only one on-site in the evenings and unsupervised on the weekends, requiring a high level of trustworthiness. You will support Clean room labs and Mechanical areas, offering a unique opportunity to engage with one of the biggest Pharma Manufacturers in the world.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.