Testing & Validation Technician at NOVA Automation

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNow Hiring! Testing & Validation TechnicianLocation: Denver, CO 80219Schedule: 8:00AM – 4:30PM, M-FBring Automation to Life at NOVA!At NOVA Automation, we don’t just build systems — we bring innovation to the production floor. We’re looking for a hands-on Testing & Validation Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn’t afraid to get a little dirty. In this role, you’ll be on the floor with your laptop, tools in hand, testing, troubleshooting, and fine-tuning our advanced robotic and packaging systems to ensure they perform at their best.If you’re mechanically inclined, love problem-solving, and want to be at the center of building automation systems that impact industries worldwide, this is the opportunity for you.What’s In It for You:Competitive Pay: $80,000 – $100,000Health, Dental, Vision Insurance401(k) with matchPTO + HolidaysEmployee discounts and assistance programWhat You’ll Do:Set up, power up, and configure robotic and automation systemsRun system tests using customer products, identify issues, and adjust programming as neededTroubleshoot both mechanical and electrical components — turn wrenches, adjust pneumatics, and perform alignmentsWork side-by-side with engineers and assemblers to ensure equipment runs smoothlyProvide on-the-floor support to resolve problems quickly and effectivelyDocument testing results and recommend improvementsWriting technical manuals and documentationsWhat We’re Looking For:3–5 years’ experience in automation, manufacturing, or equipment testingAbility to read technical drawings and schematicsHands-on experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens a plus), HMIs, and roboticsComfortable using both tools and technology (hand tools, meters, laptops)Strong troubleshooting skills — mechanical and electricalWillingness to travel occasionally (10–20%)High school diploma or technical degree required; engineering or technical coursework a plusPhysical Demands:Ability to lift up to 50 lbsBalance time between hands-on mechanical work and laptop troubleshootingComfortable wearing PPE and working on the production floor*All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.Who We Are? https://novaautomation.com/NOVA Automation is an industrial automation company that specializes in engineering, manufacturing, and integrating large-scale packaging and palletizing systems. The company focuses on providing complete end-to-end solutions using automation and robotics for bulk product handling from the storage of material to the palletized product. NOVA's automation systems are built specifically to the customer's needs and are optimized to improve efficiencies and streamline the customer's manufacturing processes. The company operates within North America, South America and Europe and services customers including some of the largest Fortune 500 companies across a multitude of industries. These segments include Chemicals, Food, Flour, Landscape, Minerals, Agriculture, Bio-Fuel, Lugomix, Fertilizer, Sugar, Salt, Industrial Materials, Cement... etc.NOVA is growing and the Automation Service Technician, Robot Programmer role is instrumental in ensuring NOVA Automation's customers are successfully operating NOVA equipment in their production environments. The Service team, based in Denver, CO is responsible for programming, commissioning, upgrading, servicing, and troubleshooting our deployed robotic automation and packaging systems both in-person and remotely. NOVA's Service team is committed to delivering measurable value to our customers and to continually expand that value through improvements to our solutions and processes. We're seeking a few good people to staff-up our Service Team - maybe that's you!EEO Statement:NOVA Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. E-Verify Statement:NOVA Automation participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov  and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page. Powered by JazzHRAwfHs6bFoE