Automation Technician - Manufacturing, Utilities and BMS

JC Automation

Carolina, PR

Estimated pay: Est. $16–$22/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

Shift: Full time

**About Company:**

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.

JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.

**About the Role:**

The Automation Technician in Manufacturing, Utilities, and Building Management Systems (BMS) plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation and optimization of automated systems within a manufacturing environment. This position focuses on the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation equipment and control systems that support manufacturing processes and facility utilities. The technician will work closely with engineering and operations teams to enhance system reliability, improve efficiency, and minimize downtime. By leveraging technical expertise, the role contributes to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance with industry regulations. Ultimately, the Automation Technician ensures that all automated systems operate at peak performance to support continuous production and facility management goals.

**Responsibilities:**

• Provide hands-on automation support across manufacturing systems, utilities, and BMS (HVAC/central plant), including field walkdowns, device checks, and point-to-point verification.
• Install, wire-check, and troubleshoot instrumentation and control devices (sensors, actuators, VFDs, valves/dampers) and verify I/O from field to controller/HMI/BMS.
• Support PLC and BMS configuration changes under supervision (point/parameter updates, basic logic edits, setpoints, alarm limits) following change control and documentation practices.
• Troubleshoot industrial communications (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Fieldbus, Modbus, BACnet), including basic network checks and coordination with IT/OT for connectivity issues.
• Execute commissioning and testing activities (loop checks, functional testing, SAT support), document results, and resolve punch-list items with integrators and operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation (as-builts, redlines, point lists, calibration/loop records) and follow safety procedures (LOTO, work permits).
• Coordinate with Facilities/Utilities, Manufacturing, and vendors for planned maintenance, cutovers, and restoration; provide on-call/off-hours support during critical activities.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

• Technical diploma/associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Controls (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience as an automation/controls technician supporting manufacturing and/or facility utilities (BMS/HVAC/central plant).
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000/RSLogix), industrial HMIs, and BMS platforms (e.g., Siemens Desigo or equivalent), plus integrations/protocols such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Fieldbus, Modbus TCP/RTU, BACnet/IP, and OPC (as applicable).
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, central utilities, and building systems (AHUs, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs, cooling towers, steam, compressed air, WFI/RO where applicable).
• Ability to produce/review sequences of operation, control narratives, and commissioning/functional test documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control drawings (P&IDs, one-lines, wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and control schematics).
• Working knowledge of OT networks and basic cybersecurity practices (asset inventory, segmentation concepts, secure remote access procedures) and ability to coordinate with IT/OT.
• Proven experience supporting commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting in operating facilities.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments (e.g., GMP/GxP or similar), including strong documentation discipline and adherence to procedures.
• Experience integrating BMS to SCADA/EMS, CMMS, or energy management platforms; KPI dashboards and analytics (as applicable).
• Familiarity with ISA-95/ISA-88 concepts and Purdue model; industrial cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST).
• Ability to develop or review BMS graphics/HMI standards and alarm management best practices.
• Relevant vendor certifications (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Honeywell, etc.) are a plus.

**Soft Skills:**

• Strong communication skills; able to coordinate across Facilities, Operations, IT/OT, EPC, and vendors.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Effective problem-solvin