PLC & CNC Operators - Transformer Manufacturing

Experience with PLC systems and/or CNC operation is highly valued. If you have this background, we strongly encourage you to apply.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechatronics Technician to support the production of HV and Pad‑mount Distribution Transformers in a highly automated manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring uptime and performance of advanced electromechanical systems, including robotics, CNC machinery, and automated assembly lines
.

You will collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to perform preventive maintenance, system diagnostics
, and real‑time troubleshooting
, ensuring safety, quality, and throughput targets are consistently met.

• Operate, monitor, and adjust automated machinery
  , robotic arms
  , and CNC equipment used in transformer manufacturing and testing.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on electromechanical systems to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system faults using schematics, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Perform inspections and calibrations to maintain quality and performance standards
  .
• Interpret technical documents including electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and control system logic.
• Collaborate with engineering
  , production
  , and quality assurance teams to support process improvements and product integrity.
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities
  , machine performance
  , and production outputs using digital systems or CMMS.
• Actively follow all OSHA
  , NFPA‑70E
  , and company safety standards
  .
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including TPM, Lean, or Six Sigma projects as assigned.

• Required: Certificate or Associate Degree in Mechatronics
  , Electromechanical Technology
  , Industrial Maintenance
  , or related field.
• Preferred: Advanced coursework in PLC programming, robotics, or control systems.

• Proficiency with PLCs (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens),
  sensors
  , actuators
  , and industrial robotics
  .
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
  , mechanical blueprints
  , and P&IDs
  .
• Familiarity with HMI interfaces
  , motion control systems, and basic ladder logic.
• Basic understanding of CNC programming
  , servo systems
  , and networked machine communication is a plus.

• Preferred: 1–3 years in an advanced manufacturing, automation, or electromechanical maintenance environment.
• Experience in transformer
  , power systems
  , or high‑voltage component manufacturing is a strong asset.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods.
• Work may involve exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts
  , and occasional hot/cold environments.
• Must wear PPE and follow all safety protocols in industrial environments.

• Competitive pay aligned with market benchmarks for Mechatronics Technicians in North Carolina
  .
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off.
• Ongoing training in automation systems, robotics, and process improvement.
• Opportunity for growth into Senior Technician
  , Automation Specialist
  , or Maintenance Leadership roles.