Automation Technician Jobs in Massachusetts
Automation Technician jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in advanced manufacturing, medical device production, biopharmaceutical processing, and defense systems from entry-level roles through senior process automation specialists. The busiest hiring metros are Greater Boston, Worcester, and Lowell, where established employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Boston Scientific, and Thermo Fisher Scientific maintain significant operations. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts include PLC programming, robotics integration, and pharmaceutical equipment validation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.
What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities May Include:
- Perform proactive and reactive maintenance activities with a multi-skilled approach, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols at all times.
- Support the site’s reliability initiatives by identifying failure modes, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment performance.
- Assist in scheduling and executing maintenance tasks, ensuring proper documentation of work orders and tasks to maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Actively seek opportunities to improve maintenance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and contributing to overall plant performance.
- Conduct risk assessments for all tasks using site-specific or dynamic risk assessment procedures to ensure the safety of both equipment and personnel.
- Prioritize employee health and safety, product quality, and environmental protection in all maintenance activities, ensuring all efforts contribute to improved plant performance and reliability.
Job Details
Experience - What you will bring
2nd shift: 3:30pm to 12:00am, Monday to Friday
- 3-5 years of experience in industrial machine maintenance.
- Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshooting.
- Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors.
- Preventative and corrective Maintenance on conveyance equipment.
- Ability to climb steps over conveyor system, work in tight spaces as well as at heights.
- Ability to use and navigate MS office and internet applications.
- Knowledge of OSHA and Control of Hazardous Energy procedures and regulations.
- Ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Skills & Knowledge
Electrical
- Control panels and power cabinets.
- 3 phase 480-volt power systems.
- Rockwell Automation Compact Logic (RSLogix 5000)
- Ethernet IP networks, EthernetIP on machine devices and VFDs
- Yaskawa, Fanuc or Kuka robot experience
- NEC 70E Electrical Safety
Mechanical Knowledge
- Chain Drive Live Roller Conveyor and Belt Conveyor systems
- Hydraulics pumps and circuits
- Air compressors
- Pneumatic circuits valves
What we Offer:
- Competitive Pay w/ Shift Differential
- Benefits Day 1!
- 401K w/ company match (up to 4%)
- FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance!!
- FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipment
- Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and MORE!
Remote Type
Not RemoteSkills to succeed in the role
Adaptability, Compressors, Vacuum Pumps and Related Equipment, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Drawings and Schematics, Electric and Electronic Controls, Electric Motors, Empathy, Experimentation, Fans, Blowers and Supporting Ductwork, Lubrication Types and Systems, Machining (Lathes, Milling, and Drill Presses), Mathematic Literacy, Mechanical Literacy, Pipe Systems and Valves, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems, Power Transmission Systems, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers, Welding, Brazing and Soldering, Written CommunicationWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation technician jobs across Massachusetts.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical technology, mechatronics, or industrial automation
- Hands-on experience programming PLCs from Rockwell, Siemens, or Mitsubishi platforms
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Experience with robotics integration, SCADA systems, or industrial control networks
- Familiarity with GMP environments and equipment validation in regulated industries
- Strong troubleshooting skills for electromechanical systems in a production environment
Automation Technician Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation technician in Massachusetts?
Most automation technician roles in Massachusetts are filled through candidates who hold an associate degree in electrical technology, mechatronics, or industrial engineering technology from a program at schools such as Bunker Hill Community College, Middlesex Community College, or Wentworth Institute of Technology. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license specific to automation technicians, so employers focus on certifications like the NIMS Mechatronics credential, hands-on PLC training, and demonstrated experience with industrial control systems.
How much do automation technicians make in Massachusetts?
Automation technicians in Massachusetts earn a median of about $73,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,460 for the lowest 10% to over $99,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire automation technicians in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring automation technicians in Massachusetts right now include Jabil, Omnicell, and University of Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of biopharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies, and defense contractors means openings appear consistently across the state's Route 128 corridor and Greater Worcester region.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most automation technician jobs?
Boston, Devens, and Worcester account for the most automation technician openings in Massachusetts. Greater Boston and its suburban ring along Route 128 drive the largest share of demand, anchored by life sciences campuses and defense contractors, while Worcester draws steady hiring from medical device manufacturers and food processing facilities that rely heavily on automated production lines.
Are there remote automation technician jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. About 17% of automation technician openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely include PLC programming, system documentation, and remote monitoring of equipment, while installation, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a automation technician in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree or certificate program in mechatronics or electrical technology at a Massachusetts community college, then applying directly to apprenticeship or technician trainee programs run by manufacturers along the Route 128 corridor and in the Worcester area. Large biopharmaceutical and medical device employers in Massachusetts regularly bring on equipment technicians and maintenance associates from adjacent roles in facilities maintenance or laboratory support, and earning a NIMS Mechatronics Level 1 credential or completing a Rockwell Automation training course gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to automation technician jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to automation technician jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find a role that fits and apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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