Automation Technician

Augusta Life Sciences US OpCo I LLC

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US CT - Canaan Until 10/6/2026 1+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description




We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.





Job Description

Sign-on Bonus (*for qualified applicants)

Competitive Pay

Low/No Cost Health Insurance

Work hours: 7:00AM - 7:00PM 2-3-2 shift

Position Summary

  • Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs production equipment for electrical and controls issues.

  • Performs daily repair of material movement vehicles and the related track.

  • Supports PM activities on production machinery.

Essential Functions

  • Technical Capability in Electrical Troubleshooting: respond to calls from the production floor to diagnose and fix electrical issues with machinery.

  • Troubleshooting consists of: Reading machine schematics, investigating wiring and component issues, PLC and ladder logic troubleshooting, working with robotic systems, working with vision systems, and working with labeling systems.

  • Professional Support Attitude: work closely with production operators and technicians to resolve issues in a timely manner.

  • Communicate with production leadership in terms of priority and status.

  • Perform electrical and mechanical repair on plant materials handling system as needed.

  • Perform troubleshooting of plant automation systems.

  • Document work performed in a timely and detailed manner in work logs.

Education and/ or Experience Required:

  • HS diploma/GED with min 1yr of related experience required

OR

  • Vocational/Technical School diploma or certification related to Electrical fundamentals/Electrical Troubleshooting with min 6 months related experience required

  • Associates degree in electronics related field preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

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Primary Work Location

USA CT - Canaan

Additional Locations

Work Shift

About this role

Summary

Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains electrical and automation equipment in manufacturing.

Job title

Automation Technician

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

medical technology

Location requirements

Canaan, Connecticut, on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electrical troubleshootingreading schematicsPLCwiringrobotic systemsvision systems

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

electrical troubleshootingautomation systemsPLCroboticsvision systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Canaan, CT, USA

On-site City