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Equipment Automation Technician - night shift

Austin, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • automation
  • robotics
  • PLC
  • electrical schematics
  • mechanical diagrams
  • pneumatic systems
  • hydraulic systems
  • preventive maintenance
  • electronic assembly
  • schematics

Nice to have

  • software maintenance
  • hardware maintenance

Role summary

Flex is seeking an Equipment Automation Technician for a night shift role (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday). The technician will be responsible for maintaining continuous operation of automation and robotic systems by adjusting, repairing, replacing, or modifying components. This includes troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, performing preventative maintenance, and reading schematics. The role also involves assisting engineers with system design and development, identifying and repairing machine malfunctions cost-effectively, and performing calibrations. Experience with material handling, automation, robotics, electronic assembly, cable work, testing equipment, machine operations, and various mechanical/electrical tools is required. The position may involve both software and hardware maintenance.

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary



Job Description

What a typical day looks like:

**Work Shift: 600pm-600am Sunday, Monday, Tuesday every other Saturday**

  • Maintain continuous system operation by adjusting, repairing, replacing, or modifying automation/robotic system components

  • Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components and return to serviceability

  • Ensure preventative maintenance of robotic and process support equipment are completed on a regularly scheduled basis.

  • Understanding of PLCs

  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams including complex automated system drawings.

  • Collaborate with the automation team in the qualification process of automated systems.

  • Assists engineers in developing and designing hardware and software required for all automation solutions per specifications.

  • Through troubleshooting, identifies machine malfunctions and isolates the failure mechanism.

  • Repairs the failure mechanism in the most cost-effective manner.

  • Performs preventive maintenance at specified intervals and schedules.

  • Performs calibrations and re-qualifications on equipment at specified intervals and schedules.

  • Assists process technicians and engineers with the installation and removal of process equipment.

  • Analyzes and implements corrective action reports and process tracking mechanisms.

  • Disassembles instruments and equipment and inspects components for defects.

  • Aligns, repairs, replaces, and balances component parts and circuitry.

  • Assists engineers in formulating test, calibration, repair and evaluation plans and procedures to maintain precision accuracy of measuring, recording and indicating instruments and equipment.

  • Highest level may perform both software and hardware maintenance.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

  • Computer skills

  • Experience with material handling, automation and/or robotics equipment

  • Electronic Assembly: schematics, PCB loading, mechanical assembly

  • Cables: crimping, harness assembly, connector/wire soldering, cable prepping

  • Testing: oscilloscope, cable & harness testing, troubleshooting, component testing, logic analyzer

  • Machine Operations: automatic component insertion equipment, surface mount insertion equipment, wave soldering

  • Mechanical & Electrical Tools: power air guns, taps & dies, alignment tools, measuring tools

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement



Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 09-23-2026 Job Posting End Date 12-23-2026



Job Category

Production EngineeringRelocation: Eligible for domestic relocation only

Is Sponsorship Available?

NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
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