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Gestamp

Controls Technician – 3rd Shift

Gestamp

. Support the design, implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of industrial automation and control systems .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeChattanooga • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in industrial automation and control systems, including PLC and HMI programming with Allen-Bradley tools. Proficient in troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Allen-Bradley PLC ProgrammingStudio 5000 Logix DesignerFactoryTalk View SE/MERoot Cause Analysis (RCA)Industrial Automation Systems

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Hard Skills
PLC FundamentalsElectrical Control SystemsIndustrial NetworkingPreventive and Predictive MaintenanceI/O Configuration and DiagnosticsElectrical Schematics InterpretationIndustrial Sensors and InstrumentationServo Motion SystemsVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs)Basic Robotics Troubleshooting
Soft Skills
Analytical ThinkingProblem SolvingTeamwork and CollaborationEffective CommunicationAdaptability to Fast-Paced Environment
Tools & Technologies
Allen-Bradley Studio 5000FactoryTalkEtherNet/IP Communication Networks
Industry Keywords
Industrial AutomationControls EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringSafety LeadershipLockout/Tagout (LOTO)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support the design, implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of industrial automation and control systems
  • Work closely with Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and IT teams
  • Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, servo, vision, and industrial network issues
  • Diagnose and correct controls-related equipment failures to support production
  • Assist with machine startups, commissioning, and validation activities
  • Support PLC and HMI programming modifications using Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability
  • Assist with automation enhancements and process optimization initiatives
  • Maintain electrical schematics, network architecture documentation, control narratives, and maintenance records
  • Support adherence to company safety standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and electrical safety requirements
  • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Industrial Engineering with Automation Focus
  • 0–3 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, maintenance, or manufacturing engineering environments
  • Knowledge of industrial automation systems
  • Knowledge of PLC fundamentals
  • Knowledge of electrical control systems
  • Knowledge of industrial networking
  • Knowledge of industrial safety systems
  • Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance
  • Allen-Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting
  • Studio 5000 Logix Designer
  • FactoryTalk View SE/ME
  • EtherNet/IP communication networks
  • I/O configuration and diagnostics
  • Electrical schematics interpretation
  • Industrial sensors and instrumentation
  • Servo motion systems
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Basic robotics troubleshooting
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Analytical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and collaboration, accountability, effective communication, initiative and learning agility, adaptability to a fast-paced manufacturing environment, customer focus, and safety leadership

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Opportunities for professional and personal growth
  • Participation in innovative and international projects
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Work with highly qualified professionals
  • Employment with a leading international automotive-sector group
  • Equal opportunity employer