Automation Technician Bloomington

Overview

Technical Source is seeking an experienced On-Site Automation Technician / Controls Specialist on behalf of our client, a leading automated equipment manufacturer serving the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences industries. This role will be based onsite in Bloomington, Indiana, supporting capital equipment, including advanced freeze-drying and aseptic processing systems.

We are looking for a Controls Specialist / On-Site Automation Technician to provide hands-on technical support for our client’s equipment. The role involves collaboration with engineering teams both in the U.S. and internationally, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service delivery. Initial training may take place at the client’s headquarters abroad to ensure product familiarity.

• Provide on-site support for capital equipment; coordinate outsourced repairs and vendor services.

• Act as a technical interface with vendors and customer service teams.

• Manage customer service project materials, structures, and parts via SAP/CRM systems.

• Support the development and delivery of customer training and maintenance programs.

• Conduct line audits and assist in minor rebuilds/refurbishments.

• Support project upgrades, logistics coordination, and warranty processing.

• Deliver technical support for both European and U.S.
  
  -made equipment.

• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) standards.

• Create control system documentation and FDA validation materials per GAMP guidelines.

• Support field engineers, test technicians, and end-users throughout the project lifecycle.

• Troubleshoot multiple lines simultaneously.

• Associate degree with 3–5 years of experience, or 8+ years in a GMP environment supporting pharmaceutical packaging or similar capital equipment.

• Proficiency with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage priorities independently and collaboratively.

• Solid written and verbal technical communication skills.

• Familiarity with electrical/software aspects of machine design.

• Willingness to travel 25–30% domestically and internationally.

• Openness to training periods abroad.

• PID control loops, servo controls, and variable frequency drives.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, iFix.

• PLC ladder logic, iFix, VBA, SyTech XL Reporter, and SCADA programming.

• Knowledge of communication protocols: TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Profibus.

• Experience with relational databases (MS SQL, MS Access).

• Proficiency in MS Office and Windows 7/Server operating systems.

• Exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, motor controls, and aseptic production.

• Pharmaceutical industry experience.

• Global Environment: Work in a dynamic, innovation-driven, multinational workplace.

• Diversity & Inclusion: Fostered through Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.

• Continuous Learning: Internal training and external development opportunities.

• Wellbeing: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), tuition assistance, and annual bonus.

through Technical Source to join a leading automated equipment manufacturer and make an impact on cutting-edge pharmaceutical automation.

$65,000-$75,000 per year