Controls and Instrumentation Technician

DSJ Global is partnered with a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing organization who is seeking an experienced Controls & Instrumentation Technician to join their team in Acton, MA
. This organization is investing heavily in U.S. manufacturing expansion and operates at the forefront of automated assembly and high-precision production technologies supporting a highly regulated industry.

As a Controls & Instrumentation Technician, you will play a critical role in bringing new automated production lines online and maintaining peak equipment performance
. You will work hands‑on with complex automation systems including PLCs, vision systems, robotics, lasers, and motion control
, taking ownership from installation and commissioning through ongoing troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

This role offers a strong mix of hands‑on technical execution and process optimization
, with the opportunity to collaborate cross‑functionally and train others in a fast‑paced, startup‑style environment.

• Install, commission, and troubleshoot automated assembly and process equipment
• Program and support PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems
• Work with vision systems, servo/VFD drives, and motion control technologies
• Lead equipment startup, debugging, qualification, and acceptance testing
• Perform root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs
• Troubleshoot control circuits, electrical systems, and instrumentation issues
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimize system performance
• Train operators and technicians on equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Document maintenance activity and support compliance in a regulated manufacturing environment

• 5+ years of experience working with automation, controls, or instrumentation in manufacturing
• Strong hands‑on experience with PLC programming (Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley preferred)
• Proven experience troubleshooting automated production or assembly equipment
• Experience with HMIs, vision systems, servo motors, and VFDs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience with Cognex or Keyence vision systems
• Knowledge of robotics, lasers, or advanced inspection systems
• Familiarity with SQL databases or basic programming
• Experience working in a regulated environment
• Background in startup or greenfield manufacturing environments
• Understanding of machine safety standards

• 12‑hour rotating night shift (shift differential included)
• Competitive compensation + full benefits package