Shipbuilding

Controls & Robotics Technician

Austin, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Robotics
Automation
Technician
Industrial Robots
PLCs
Electrical Control Systems
Linear Rails
Welding Equipment
Industrial Networks
Sensors

Nice to have

Pneumatics
Motion Control
VFDs
Servo Drives

Role summary

Valstad is revolutionizing shipbuilding with robotic production systems that integrate industrial robots, automated material handling, welding, sensing, and AI-driven software. They are seeking a hands-on Controls & Robotics Technician to build, integrate, commission, operate, and maintain these evolving systems in their Austin facility. The role involves working with robots, PLCs, electrical systems, sensors, and networks, requiring a blend of industrial maintenance skills and automation integration curiosity. Responsibilities include assembly, wiring, configuration, troubleshooting, and supporting programming and operation of robotic cells, with a focus on diagnosing and resolving issues across mechanical, electrical, and control domains.

About Valstad

Valstad is building the machine that builds the ships.

We combine industrial robotics, welding, sensing, and AI to turn 3D models into real high-mix ship structure. Our mission is to rapidly expand America's maritime output by 100x.

Our team works directly with large industrial robots and real manufacturing equipment at our Austin facility. The systems we build will ultimately be deployed across shipyards and industrial facilities throughout the country.

The Role

Valstad is seeking a Controls & Robotics Technician to help build, integrate, commission, operate, and maintain robotic manufacturing systems.

You will work with industrial robots, PLCs, electrical controls, welding equipment, sensors, networks, tooling, and safety systems.

What You Will Do

Install and commission robots, PLCs, remote I/O, sensors, and equipment.
Perform wiring, point-to-point checks, and I/O validation.
Configure PLC hardware and make controlled ladder-logic changes.
Integrate robot-to-PLC handshakes and industrial networks.
Operate robotic cells during testing and production.
Diagnose electrical, controls, mechanical, and communication faults.
Perform preventive maintenance and maintain program backups.
Support tooling, welding-equipment, and sensor integration.
Document wiring, configuration, and field changes.

What We Are Looking For

3+ years in robotics, controls, automation, mechatronics, or industrial maintenance.
Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic.
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Familiarity with industrial robots and teach pendants.
Strong safety and configuration-control discipline.

Experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs, FANUC robots, HMIs, VFDs, industrial networks, and robotic welding is strongly preferred.

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