Controls Technician

Description

Elmet Technologies is a division of The Elmet Group and a leading U.S.

-based manufacturer of precision-engineered products serving global industries, including defense, aerospace, semiconductor, and energy. Through advanced materials processing and precision manufacturing capabilities, Elmet delivers high-performance solutions for some of the world’s most demanding applications. Our Automation Engineering team is driving the future of smart manufacturing by implementing advanced controls, automation technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities.

We are seeking a Controls Technician to join our Automation Engineering team at our Lewiston, Maine facility.

This role is responsible for building, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial control systems that support manufacturing operations across multiple locations. Working closely with Automation Engineers and PLC Programmers, the Controls Technician will support new equipment installations, machine upgrades, control panel fabrication, electrical troubleshooting, and automation projects while gaining hands‑on experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled professional who enjoys solving complex automation challenges and wants to grow their career in industrial controls and smart manufacturing.

• Build, wire, and assemble electrical control panels using electrical schematics and industry standards
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, motors, and safety circuits
• Support new equipment installations, machine commissioning, and automation system startups
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot electrical and control system issues to minimize production downtime
• Assist with PLC and HMI updates, I/O validation, field device testing, and system integration projects
• Update electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system documentation while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to resolve equipment issues and improve system reliability
• Support automation projects across multiple manufacturing facilities while ensuring compliance with electrical codes and company safety standards

• Reliable operation of automation and control systems with minimal downtime
• Successful installation and commissioning of new equipment and automation projects
• Accurate electrical documentation and well‑maintained control systems
• Strong collaboration between Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams
• Continuous improvement in equipment reliability, safety, and manufacturing performance
• Ongoing growth in PLC programming, controls design, and automation technologies

• Associate's degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls wiring, electrical systems, or panel building preferred
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
• Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens control systems required
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, industrial networking, sensors, and servo systems
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills with a desire to continue learning automation technologies
• Experience using electrical testing equipment and working safely around industrial electrical systems
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to travel approximately 10–30% to support automation projects across company facilities

• Opportunity to help modernize manufacturing through Automation 4.0 technologies
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy manufacturing environments
• Hands‑on work with advanced industrial automation, controls, and smart manufacturing systems
• Collaborative Engineering team with significant opportunities for technical growth and…