Senior Automation Maintenance Specialist

Shape the heartbeat of our automated operations

As the Senior Automation Maintenance Specialist, you are the go-to expert for high-level diagnostics, system ownership, and continuous reliability gains across advanced material-handling and packaging technologies. You’ll lead complex troubleshooting, mentor teammates, and keep our automated equipment running at peak performance.

What a typical night can look like

• Own the performance of automated systems including conveyors, sortation equipment, ASRS, and packaging lines—solving the tough mechanical, electrical, and controls challenges others escalate.
• Dig into controls: diagnose PLC logic, tune VFDs, commission/repair servo motion, and resolve industrial networking issues (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).
• Act as the technical steward for key systems—untangling advanced faults, timing conflicts, and integration mismatches across subsystems.
• Lead RCAs and convert findings into reliability improvements, updated standards, and sustainable countermeasures.
• Design and refine preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Interpret complex electrical drawings, I/O lists, and system documentation to guide fast, safe restores.
• Partner with OEMs and service vendors on escalations, upgrades, and tricky diagnostics.
• Record work, findings, and asset health in the CMMS with clear, actionable detail.
• Support equipment trials, upgrades, and capital implementations from planning through startup.
• Coach Maintenance Technicians I & II—building capability through hands-on guidance and knowledge sharing.

What you bring

• Expert-level electrical/controls troubleshooting with strong PLC diagnostic capability.
• Hands-on know‑how with servo motion, industrial networks, and complex automation systems.
• Solid mechanical aptitude including power transmission fundamentals.
• Leadership on the floor—problem solving, prioritization, and mentoring.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 3+ years maintaining highly automated industrial equipment.
• Proven experience with PLCs, servos, and advanced electrical fault-finding.
• Comfort with CMMS usage and data-driven maintenance decisions.

Physical demands

• Extended periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl as tasks require.
• Reach, pull, push, and safely lift items up to 50 lbs of varying size and shape.
• Operate warehouse tools and equipment such as pallet jacks, box cutters, and carts with coordinated movements.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 9:00 PM–5:30 AM

Proficiencies that set you up for success

• Team leadership and coaching.
• Working safely on 120/208/240/480 VAC systems.
• Advanced equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Controls troubleshooting at an expert level.
• CMMS fluency for documentation and analysis.
• Mechanical systems and power transmission know‑how.
• Extensive experience with PLCs and servo systems.

Tools & technologies you’ll work with

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Conveyor and sortation systems
• Servo motors and motion control

Perks & benefits

URBN provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on role and location. Offerings include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, generous employee discounts, retirement savings, and more. Learn more at www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits.