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Controls Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
8 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
11 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
THE COMPANY
Invio Automation is an Industry 4.0 automation leader that serves a variety of high-growth end-markets including medical devices & life science renewable energy mobility logistics & fulfillment and heavy industry. Our Automation Solutions and Automation Technologies divisions work together to deliver Factory of the Future consulting and mission critical R&D pre-validation services that pave the way for a comprehensive suite of automation solutions where accuracy efficiency and precision are essential for success. With ten locations across North America and a global network of collaborative partners Invio Automations geographic footprint provides customers with a presence in key markets where local service and support are valued.
Invio Automations Solutions division specializes in single station robotic cells multi-station fabrication & assembly lines bonding & welding technologies vision systems and packaging process. Application capabilities within our Solutions division include thermal bonding web handling force plotting heat staking high viscosity pumps precision dispensing impulse bag sealing and needle bending. Invio Automations Technologies division includes highly differentiated Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for heavyweight applications turnkey assembly lines welding automation and custom lift-assist & secure tools for safety critical applications.
DESCRIPTION
Controls Technicians are able to apply electrical/pneumatic theory and related knowledge to build and test industrial controls systems according to engineering data. Applying a working knowledge of electrical principles as well as the ability to understand wiring diagrams layout drawings and engineering specifications is required. This role requires strong technical expertise customer-facing professionalism and the ability to travel to customer sites to support machine startup debugging and ongoing service needs. Our goal is to exceed customer expectations by delivering reliable field support and exceptional service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrate the ability to wire electrical control panels and field devices to drawings/schematics provided. Technician must have the ability to provide consistent and quality driven product results associated with assembling and terminating control panels controls plates and wire/tube harness assemblies.
- Training available upon hire. Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and attention to detail in this role.
- Demonstrate the ability to interpret 2d drawings of both mechanical and controls assembly to include controls wiring diagram and pneumatic controls logic diagrams. Electrical wiring diagram familiarity is essential.
- Ability to mechanically assemble various tools and special machines using pneumatic and electrical components in the construction of the machine system. Some light mechanical assembly such as drilling and tapping may also be required in the event support for that function is requested.
- Able to provide controls assembly support both internal to Invio and onsite at customers as needed. This would include but not be limited to internal customer buyoff events and offsite customer install or service as needed.
- Must be able to travel within the continental US/North America to support customer installations and service needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be professional proactive and positive with internal and external customers and coworkers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of electrical installation maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to perform light physical activity. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds anything over 30 pounds will require lift assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to troubleshoot existing installations.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Ability to use hand/power tools and possess basic understanding of machining tools.
- Working knowledge of personal computer keyboard and various software programs.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Good verbal and written skills.
- Proven organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize and work with limited supervision.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to explain how and why specific conclusions were reached.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work well under pressure and to remain flexible to changing schedules and demands.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or Associates degree from an accredited community college or vocational school. Job-related experience and/or training will be considered in lieu of post-secondary education. 5 years experience in the electrical trade is preferred.
INVIO AUTOMATIONS CORE VALUES
- We take pride in the reliability of our team and the difficult problems we solve for customers.
- We deliver real customer value that positively impacts the lives of those around us.
- We are dependable. Relationships and trust matter.
- Our ingenuity and desire to improve lives will complement our suite of solutions.
- We strive to demonstrate that our attention to detail does not start or end with the solutions we engineer and deliver.
- We believe exceptional service is better demonstrated than said.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Invio Automation designs, builds, and integrates custom automation solutions for the Medical Device, Renewable Energy, Mobility, Logistics, and Industrial sectors.
