Associate Commissioning Engineer

FORTNA; Mexico; Hybrid; PHP 4,017,305 - 5,253,399; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA is seeking a motivated Associate Commissioning Engineer to join our commissioning team. This hands-on role focuses on the startup and troubleshooting of automated systems at customer sites across North America.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, and will support commissioning activities, ensuring systems meet customer specifications and operational requirements.

This role involves extensive travel, and proficiency with AutoCAD and PLC systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in automation or field service environments preferred.
• Knowledgeable of electrical and controls engineering theories.
• Familiar with VFD and PLC technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning, startup, and debugging of systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and communication-related issues on-site.
• Communicate findings and support needs clearly to the team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC

Studio 5000

AutoCAD

Job description

Associate Commissioning Engineer (ACE)

Fortna is seeking motivated and technically curious engineers to join our commissioning and controls team. This hands‑on, field‑based role focuses on startup, validation, and troubleshooting of automated material handling and conveyor systems at customer sites across North America.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Support commissioning, startup, debugging, and validation activities for conveyor and automated material handling systems
• Debug automation systems including PLCs, VFDs, sensors, field devices, and industrial networks
• Perform system and I/O checkout activities using Studio 5000 and related commissioning tools
• Support controls and PLC checkout activities alongside controls engineers and senior commissioning team members
• Configure, validate, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, I/O devices, and network components
• Test and verify system performance including conveyor speeds, operational sequences, and device functionality
• Verify engineered systems meet customer specifications, design intent, and operational requirements
• Audit field installations to confirm electrical systems and wiring match engineering drawings and project specifications
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, electromechanical, and communication‑related issues onsite
• Interface professionally with customers, subcontractors, electricians, technicians, and internal project teams to resolve technical issues
• Support commissioning leads in coordinating contractors or technicians during checkout and startup activities
• Assist with AutoCAD updates, sub‑panel layouts, and electrical drawing reviews when applicable
• Create and maintain project workbooks, commissioning documentation, punch lists, and issue tracking logs
• Pre‑check electrical drawings for accuracy, completeness, UL requirements, and installation readiness prior to startup
• Communicate technical findings, project updates, and support needs clearly to remote team members and project leadership
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, teamwork, and a willingness to learn in fast‑paced field environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience in industrial automation, commissioning, maintenance, controls, or field service environments
• 1–2 years’ experience in automation, control system design, I/O checkout, co‑op, manufacturing, maintenance, automation, or field service environments preferred
• Knowledgeable of electrical and controls engineering theories and principles
• Significant electrical aptitude and knowledge of acceptable practices, techniques, and codes
• VFD experience with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or Schneider is a plus but not required
• PLC experience with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley (ControlLogix & CompactLogix), Modicon, and Siemens (S7) is a plus but not required
• Familiarity with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000 preferred
• HMI experience with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Wonderware, Ignition, and WinCC is a plus but not required
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the United States and North America

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, verbal, and written communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and ask questions in field environments
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office suite, and MS Project
• Ability to work with experienced, multidisciplinary, technical specialists
• Ability to coordinate small to large projects and teams independently and make quality decisions
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems for industrial applications
• Skilled with AutoCAD and design of electrical panels, creating electrical drawings and schematics

Work Environment, Travel and Physical Demands

Work primarily at industrial customer project sites. Safe working practices and awareness of the environment are essential. The position requires 65%–85% travel across the United States and North America. Physical demands include repetitive lifting, standing, and working in confined spaces, as typical for industrial field service roles. These demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.