McMaster-Carr

Reliability and Automation Technician

Fort Worth, TX

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$138kDetected 20 hours ago

LogisticsRoboticsPLCElectrical EngineeringControlsCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

About the job As a Reliability and Automation Technician, you'll be responsible for maximizing the uptime, efficiency, and longevity of automated systems, robotics, and industrial machinery.
This role combines preventive maintenance with advanced troubleshooting of PLCs, sensors, and control systems to minimize downtime and enhance process reliability.
The technician acts as a subject matter expert, analyzing failure modes and implementing improvements to prevent recurrence.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Perform routine inspections and predictive maintenance (thermography, vibration analysis) to proactively identify potential component failures.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Lead or assist in RCA investigations for chronic equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Documentation & CMMS: Maintain detailed logs of repairs, maintenance activities, and parts usage in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Lead or assist in RCA investigations for chronic equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Maintain detailed logs of repairs, maintenance activities, and parts usage in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field is strongly preferred.

Proficiency with PLC troubleshooting (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar).
Strong knowledge of industrial sensors, motor controls, and actuators.
Physical Ability: Able to work in an industrial environment, lift heavy components, and work at heights.
Preferred Skills
Experience in high-volume, automated logistics, distribution and/or manufacturing.
Key Competencies for Success
Problem-Solving: Methodical approach to isolating faults under pressure.
Collaboration: Working shoulder-to-shoulder with engineering, maintenance, and production teams.
Proactive Mindset: Focus on reliability rather than just "break-fix" repair.
Cash Compensation
Total cash compensation ranges from $119,500 - $137,500 annually, which includes annual cash profit sharing based on company profitability.
100% tuition reimbursement

We offer comprehensive benefits to support employees and their dependents, such as:
Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans with no monthly premiums
Industry-leading company-funded retirement accounts
Inclusive, all-gender benefits
Paid parental leave for all new parents
Paid time off for vacation and personal time
We may collect professional, education and employment-related data, and any assessments made throughout the recruiting process, to evaluate candidacy for employment.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field is strongly preferred.

McMaster-Carr is a leading e-commerce company that industrial customers have trusted for over 125 years.
Our products help them get manufacturing lines back up quickly, keep operations running smoothly, and prototype the next generation of innovative solutions.
Behind it all are our people: exceptional and resourceful problem-solvers who take pride in getting every detail right for our customers.
exceptional and resourceful problem-solvers who take pride in getting every detail right for our customers.
It's an exciting time at McMaster-Carr as we grow into our new regional headquarters in Fort Worth - a modern, automated distribution facility that will help support Texas customers with the excellent service and innovative solutions that define our company.
We are proud to be an

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees a workplace with reasonable accommodations and free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
At McMaster-Carr, we do not make employment decisions based on age, ethnicity, citizenship status, military status, gender identity and expression, race, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected group.
This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr.
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This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr.

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