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The Industrial Solutions Network of CED

Wholesale electrical supplies and automation solutions

Industrial Automation Technician

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Kansas City, MO, USA
In PersonRequires approximately 90% travel, with occasional support for other locations.
Electrical EngineeringControls & Automation Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A degree in Engineering, Technology, or Manufacturing, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience as a Controls Engineer or in a similar role.
  • Hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces/supervisory control and data acquisition, plant historians, motion control, and industrial networks.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience creating detailed bills of materials for automation solutions.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct hands-on control-system assessments and design modern automation solutions.
  • Implement documented automation service offerings at client sites while ensuring efficiency and safety.
  • Develop and present technical recommendations to engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Provide on-site and virtual technical training for customers.
  • Contribute to developing new automation services based on client needs and industry trends.
  • Build relationships with operations and plant controls teams to support their automation goals.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Rockwell Automation control-system solutions.

About the company

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The Industrial Solutions Network of CED

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The Industrial Solutions Network of CED sells electrical supplies and automation hardware to industrial customers through a nationwide wholesale network. Its decentralized model preserves local brands and management while leveraging shared purchasing and resources across 700+ locations. Products include switchgear, transformers, wiring, circuit breakers, lighting, solar components, home automation, and manufacturing automation/digital transformation tools. The goal is to help contractors, OEMs, and industrial facilities obtain equipment and automation solutions efficiently, safely, and at scale by combining local market know-how with national scale and technology partners.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

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What believers are saying

  • CED’s 2026 industrial training events deepen customer lock-in and consultant relationships.
  • ARIA partnership expanded OT cybersecurity offerings for Rockwell and industrial endpoint customers.
  • CED keeps winning partner recognition for hazardous-area compliance and customized automation solutions.

What critics are saying

  • CED slipped to #5 among U.S. electrical distributors in 2026.
  • Patchwork legacy systems across 700-plus branches fragment ordering, data, and customer experience.
  • No public financing or reporting increases succession and transparency risk under Colburn control.

What makes The Industrial Solutions Network of CED unique

  • CED’s decentralized profit-center model preserves local brands, managers, and customer relationships.
  • Industrial Solutions Network bundles automation hardware, software, services, and partner ecosystems.
  • CED’s 700-plus locations create unmatched local inventory and fulfillment reach.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Profit Sharing