Automation Maintenance Tech

Company Overview

Essilor Luxottica is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses, serving consumers in more than 150 countries through retail stores, e‑commerce platforms, and a global supply chain.

The Automation Technician is a technical expert responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing advanced manufacturing automation systems in a high‑volume distribution and production environment.

• Lead troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical systems up to 480 V, including motors, drives, transformers, control panels, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and repair PLC‑controlled equipment using Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, and other industrial control platforms.
• Troubleshoot servo systems, variable frequency drives, HMIs, sensors, encoders, and networked control systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on robotic sortation systems, AMRs, Sure Sort equipment, conveyors, and automated packaging systems.
• Optimize equipment performance to improve uptime, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions for recurring failures.
• Support engineering projects, installations, and system upgrades.
• Recommend design and process improvements based on equipment performance data.
• Mentor and train technicians on troubleshooting techniques, safety standards, and best practices.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and vendors to resolve complex issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards.
• Support after‑hours and weekend maintenance as required.

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance with a strong focus on manufacturing automation.
• Experience with root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with AMRs, Sure Sort systems, and automated distribution equipment.

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, and local minimum wage requirements. Benefits may include competitive bonus and/or commission plans, health care, retirement savings, paid time off/Vacation, and various employee discounts.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the U.S. receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.