Sr. Automation & Controls Technician

Location: Marion, AR

Pay Rate: $45/hour + $45/day Per Diem

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift

Contract Duration: Projected through July 2027 Lodging: Apartment provided for the duration of the contract Per Diem: $45/day

Travel: Initial travel reimbursement up to 500 miles

Start Date: One Virtual Interview- Deployment date set upon receipt of offer

About the Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Sr. Automation & Controls Technician / Mechatronics Specialist to support highly automated manufacturing operations in Marion, Arkansas. This role is ideal for a hands-on controls professional who can independently troubleshoot complex automation equipment and, most importantly, has strong experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming/troubleshooting and FANUC Robotics programming/troubleshooting. The successful candidate will be able to go beyond basic component replacement and systematically identify the root cause of complex equipment failures by following PLC logic, I/O, permissives, safety circuits, field devices, drives/servos, and machine sequence.

What We're Looking For: 8+ years of automation, controls, or industrial maintenance experience preferred. Strong hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting. Experience with Studio 5000, RSLogix, Control Logix and/or Compact Logix. Strong hands-on experience with FANUC Robotics programming and troubleshooting. Ability to troubleshoot automation problems using a first-principles, systematic approach. Strong understanding of PLC logic, I/O, permissives, interlocks, safety circuits, and machine sequencing. Ability to read and follow electrical schematics and control documentation. Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including 24VDC–480VAC systems. Experience troubleshooting servos, VFDs, motion-control systems, sensors, and industrial networks. Manufacturing experience in automotive, machining, welding, automated assembly, CNC, or material handling is highly preferred. Mitsubishi PLC/HMI and Toyota/Toyopuc experience is a plus. Ability and willingness to work on-site in Marion, AR.Ability to start ASAP is strongly preferred.

The Ideal Candidate: We're looking for someone who doesn't simply identify that a machine has a fault — you know how to prove where the fault is. You should be comfortable asking: What condition is the PLC expecting? What input or permissive is missing? Is the field device providing the correct signal? Is the signal reaching the PLC?If you feel you have strong Allen-Bradley/Mitsubishi and FANUC programming/troubleshooting experience, please Apply ASAP and send me a message with a good time for a call today or tomorrow and a good number to contact you at.