Process Engineering & Instrumentation Technician

Your Job

Molex is seeking a hands-on Controls Technician with a strong background in industrial automation and robotics to join us at our Pinellas Park, FL location. You’ll be responsible for maintaining and improving production equipment, with a focus on troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, sensors, and other control components—alongside mechanical maintenance of machines. This role involves working with advanced vision systems and robotic platforms used in automated assembly machines.

You’ll work directly with:

Vision systems such as Cognex, Keyence, and Epson for automated inspection, part recognition, and quality controlIndustrial robots including Fanuc and Epson for pick-and-place, assembly, and machine tending applicationsIntegration and troubleshooting of control systems involving PLCs, HMIs, servos, and sensorsSupporting upgrades and modifications to automation cells and custom equipment

2nd Shift: Monday through Friday (3:30pm-midnight)

External candidates are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus

Our Team

Molex drives innovation across industries by delivering cutting-edge electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With operations in over 40 countries, we serve markets ranging from data communications and consumer electronics to automotive, industrial, and medical. At our Pinellas Park facility, we’re building the future—and we want you to be part of it.

What You Will Do

• Diagnose and repair control and mechanical systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Perform reactive, preventative, and predictive maintenance on production equipment
• Lead technical and process improvement initiatives to boost equipment reliability and efficiency
• Analyze production data and recommend actionable improvements
• Maintain and improve documentation for equipment and processes
• Provide input on design and fabrication of custom equipment and components
• Train fellow technicians and machine operators on equipment usage and troubleshooting
  
  
  

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Three (3) years or more of hands-on controls maintenance in an industrial setting
• Hands-on experience with PLC systems including programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Experience reading and interpreting ladder logic and structured text PLC programming languages
• Experience in diagnosing and repairing control system hardware and communication issues involving PLC networks
• Experience with programming software tools for Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Omron
• Knowledge of HMI systems integration with PLCs for troubleshooting and control
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus, Profibus, etc.
• Experience with control system documentation, schematics, and electrical wiring related to PLC systems
• Experience supporting startup, commissioning, and continuous improvement projects involving PLC controls
  
  
  

What Will Put You Ahead

• Associate’s degree or vocational training in Electrical, Mechanical, or Automation Technology
• Experience with PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• Familiarity with Cognex, Keyence, and Epson vision systems
• Experience working with Fanuc and Epson robotic platforms
  
  
  

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).