Automation Specialist

Post Date

Jun 19, 2024

Location

Maple Grove,
Minnesota

ZIP/Postal Code

55311
US
Aug 22, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

MSP-712705

Pay Rate

$42 - $52 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Specialist to support a Fortune 500 Medical Device client local to the Twin Cities area. This specialist will be joining the Equipment Engineering team (in conjunction with Manufacturing and R&D) to support equipment engineers as the team develops new automated manufacturing and test equipment, as well as software systems used in the development and production of medical devices. The hourly range for this role is between $35/hr-$47/hr.

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Required Skills & Experience

· Associate's Degree with a focus on automation OR controls, robotics.

· knowledge of basic electronics and hands-on wiring of electronic systems (from schooling or in the workforce).

- 1+ years of experience in Ladder Logix/Allen-Bradley PLC Programming.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· 1+ years of experience in Logix5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk View with a PackML.

· 3+ years' experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment

- 1+ years of experience working with VFDs, MCCs - Programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and set-up from scratch.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.