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Process Engineering Technician - PLC & Controls

Johnson Electric
Posted 4 months ago, valid for 13 days
Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Join Johnson Electric as a Process Engineering Technician in Vandalia, OH, where you'll help introduce new products to production efficiently.
  • The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in JMT assembly or similar manufacturing environments.
  • You will be responsible for running qualification protocols, conducting test method validations, and facilitating prototype runs.
  • The position offers a salary of $75,000 per year and involves 5–10% travel, both domestic and international.
  • Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and empowers employees to make impactful decisions.

Join Our Team as a Process Engineering Technician at Johnson Electric!

Location: Vandalia, OH (onsite)
Travel: 5–10% (domestic and international)

As our next Process Engineering Technician, you’ll play a key role in introducing new products to the production line efficiently and effectively. Your expertise will ensure smooth transitions from prototype to full-scale production while maintaining quality and reducing waste.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Strong Leadership: Work under experienced and visionary leaders who guide the company towards success.

  • Innovation Hubs: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

  • Employee Empowerment: A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions.

  • Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.

  • Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.

Join Our Team as a Process Engineering Technician at Johnson Electric!

Location: Vandalia, OH (onsite)
Travel: 5–10% (domestic and international)

As our next Process Engineering Technician, you’ll play a key role in introducing new products to the production line efficiently and effectively. Your expertise will ensure smooth transitions from prototype to full-scale production while maintaining quality and reducing waste.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Strong Leadership: Work under experienced and visionary leaders who guide the company towards success.

  • Innovation Hubs: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

  • Employee Empowerment: A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions.

  • Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.

  • Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Run IQ (Installation Qualifications), OQ (Operational Qualifications), PQ (Performance Qualifications), and FQ (Fixture Qualifications) protocols to qualify products.

  • Conduct test method validations to ensure new testers meet performance requirements.

  • Integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC‑based automation systems and electrical controls on production equipment.

  • Configure and support industrial vision systems used for inspection, error proofing, and quality verification.

  • Analyze equipment signals, machine data, and sensor outputs; support AI‑assisted predictive maintenance and equipment optimization.

  • Facilitate prototype builds and document production readiness issues.

  • Execute and document pilot builds to ensure manufacturing validation.

  • Create work instructions and support smooth transitions to production.

  • Verify and optimize cycle times to ensure compliance with engineering estimates.

  • Train operators on new processes, controls, and automation systems.

  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and enhance manufacturing processes.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving automation reliability, and simplifying processes.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in JMT assembly or similar manufacturing environments.

  • Hands‑on experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and logic modification (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent preferred).

  • Experience with industrial vision systems for inspection and verification.

  • Knowledge of data and signal processing, including interpreting machine outputs for diagnostics and process improvement.

  • Familiarity with automation systems, robotics interfaces, sensors, and machine control integration.

  • Understanding of mechanical controls, pneumatics, actuators, and electromechanical systems.

  • Ability to use measurement equipment during qualification runs.

  • Strong attention to detail; ensures new processes are robust and well‑documented.

  • Proactive attitude toward identifying potential waste, safety risks, or quality concerns.

  • Willingness to adopt and support AI-enabled tools for analysis and improvement.

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com – We can’t wait to meet you!

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team


Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.




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