Controls & Instrumentation Technician

Job Summary

Join a high-growth manufacturing organization in Acton, MA at an exciting startup phase, where you’ll play a key role in bringing advanced automated equipment online and keeping it running at peak performance. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with state-of-the-art assembly systems, including PLCs (Rockwell), vision systems (Cognex/Keyence), robotics, lasers, and motion control.

In this role, you’ll lead installation, startup, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of complex automation—directly impacting uptime, quality, and innovation. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally, train others, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.

What makes this role stand out:

Be part of a major U.S. manufacturing expansion with strong investment and growth
Work on advanced automation technologies and new product introductions
Combine hands-on technical work with problem-solving and process improvement
Opportunities to lead, train, and influence operations from the ground up

Ideal for experienced technicians who thrive in startup environments, enjoy solving complex automation challenges, and want to make a visible impact.



Controls Technician – 12-Hour Nights | PLC / Automation | Acton, MA 

Schedule: 12-hour rotating night shift, [6PM–630AM, 4-3 rotation: 3–4 nights a week, alternate Sundays] 

Why this role 

Our Acton manufacturing plant runs 24/7, building Omnipod for people with diabetes who rely on it every day. On nights, you'll be one of the technicians keeping our automated assembly lines running. You'll diagnose and fix problems in real time, reduce downtime and scrap, and make lasting improvements, so the same failure doesn't come back. 

You'll work on advanced equipment, including PLC-controlled assembly machines, vision inspection, lasers and precision gauging, alongside technicians and engineers across every shift. 

Insulet is investing in US manufacturing, expanding internationally and releasing new products on a steady schedule. We also invest in our people, with cross-training, skill growth and room to advance. 

What you'll do 

• Install, start up and debug new automated assembly equipment, then keep it running with high uptime and low scrap 

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC, HMI, drive, vision and safety circuits on complex assembly machines 

• Maintain and improve stations including lasers, optical gauging, vision inspection and continuity testing 

• Perform preventive maintenance, document work in the maintenance system and keep equipment in cGMP condition 

• Find the root cause of repeat downtime and work with engineering on lasting fixes 

• Support operators with setups, changeovers and adjustments; help write SOPs and train operators and fellow technicians 

• Raise safety, quality and compliance issues to leadership 

What you need 

• 3+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting controls on automated manufacturing equipment 

• Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley ControlLogix / Studio 5000: reading, troubleshooting and making edits to logic 

• Experience with servo drives and VFDs (Allen-Bradley, SEW or similar) 

• Experience wiring automated machinery and troubleshooting control circuits 

• Ability to read electrical and mechanical prints 

• Associate's degree or technical diploma in electronics, mechatronics or automation, or equivalent experience (military technical training welcome) 

• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts 

Nice to have (we'll train the rest) 

• Machine vision: Cognex (In-Sight / DataMan) or Keyence 

• HMI development: FactoryTalk View ME 

• Robotics: ABB, Fanuc or similar; B&R Automation Studio; Festo CPX 

• Safety PLCs/standards: Sick Flexi Soft, NFPA 79 / NFPA 70E 

• PID loops and process control; SQL Server or VB/C# 

• Machine and industrial networks, instrument calibration 

• Medical device, pharma, semiconductor or other regulated / cleanroom manufacturing 

• Electrical license 

• Startup or new-line commissioning experience 

Who does well here 

Electro-mechanical, automation, mechatronics and maintenance electrician technicians from manufacturing, packaging, semiconductor, fulfillment/robotics or the military. You like figuring out why a machine stopped, you document what you fixed and you enjoy teaching others. 

Physical requirements 

• Stand about 75% and walk about 50% of the shift; reach overhead frequently 

• Lift up to 20 lbs; work in tight spaces 

NOTE: This position requires on-site working (requires on-site office/plant/lab work). #LI-Onsite

Additional Information:



Compensation & Benefits:

For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $30.32 - $45.49

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• And additional employee wellness programs

Application Details:
This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online.

Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.