Automation Technician

Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Automation Technician. This is a full time, on-site position based in our South Bend IN manufacturing facility.

The Automation Technician will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated equipment within a forging manufacturing environment.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $67500.0 - $99000.0 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program and also eligible for additional overtime earnings. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eaton announced, on January 26, 2026, the intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company. We expect to complete the separation by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices.

If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the spinoff closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

• Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of new automated systems and design, help implement automation for already established machinery.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair all automated equipment malfunctions, including PLCs, robotic systems and other control systems.
• Comprehend electric/electronic schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.
• Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance on presses and other plant equipment.
• Continuous learning and updating skills to adapt to new machinery, technology and processes.
• Complete requisitions to facilitate ordering of parts and maintenance supplies as used/needed.
• Working knowledge of a CMMS (Computerized Maint. Management System) is a plus.
• Experience with Allen Bradley and Eaton/Moeller/Code Sys PLC’s is desired.
• Ability to work well with all other teammates, provide proper training and create/maintain documentation for automation projects.
• Must display professional conduct and have good communication skills (written, oral, and interpersonal).
• Adhere to all plant safety requirements to ensure compliance with MESH and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain work area housekeeping and assist in department/team housekeeping efforts.

• Minimum of High School Diploma and/or GED from an accredited institution + 3 years in Automation, Controls and Robotics experience OR Associates Degree in Industrial Automation and/or PLC Programming.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any "CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc".
• No relocation is being offered for this position. Candidates must reside within a 50 mile radius of the South Bend, IN facility. Active Duty Military is exempt from this geographical limitation.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Automation, Controls and Robotics from an accredited institution
• Three (3) years of electrical/automation
• Allen Bradley PLC experience

• Ability to work all shifts and flexibility to train teammates on other shifts
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs

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