Agency Field Service Controls Engineer

Lincoln Electric; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Field Service Controls Engineer for a contract role based in Plymouth, Michigan. The engineer will travel to customer facilities to install, commission, modify, and service RedViking automation and test systems.

Responsibilities include commissioning, troubleshooting, PLC/HMI programming, and collaborating with customers and RedViking teams to optimize performance and ensure long-term reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in electrical, mechatronics, controls engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View or Siemens TIA Portal.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet).
• Experience with industrial automation and machine controls.

Responsibilities

• Represent RedViking and serve as primary technical contact during installations and service activities.
• Participate in meetings to identify project requirements, specifications, issues, schedules, and timelines.
• Coordinate equipment installation activities and support all phases of commissioning and startup.
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate equipment performance after installation.
• Support customers during initial production operation and resolve equipment issues.
• Modify and optimize PLC programs with the RedViking team to improve performance.
• Evaluate Mechanical and Hydraulic systems and share findings with engineering for improvements.
• Lead or work as part of a team with RedViking staff and contractors.
• Maintain service documentation, issue tracking, and communication with customers and stakeholders.
• Perform preventive maintenance and reliability improvements.
• Create service reports and document corrective actions.
• Develop service proposals when necessary.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Siemens TIA Portal

Electrical engineering basics

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/Controls Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Siemens TIA Portal

EtherNet/IP

Modbus

Profinet

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Plymouth - 46247

Job Responsibilities

This is a CONTRACT Position

RedViking is seeking a highly motivated Agency Field Service Controls Engineer to join our team in Plymouth, Michigan. This position requires travel to customer facilities to support the installation, commissioning, modification, and ongoing service of RedViking automation and test systems.

As a Field Service Controls Engineer, you will serve as a technical expert and trusted representative of RedViking, working directly with customers and the RedViking team to ensure the successful installation, startup, and long-term performance of our equipment. You will play an integral role throughout the project lifecycle, including equipment commissioning, controls troubleshooting, system optimization, customer training, and continuous improvement initiatives. Success in this role requires strong technical knowledge, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to effectively diagnose and resolve issues in fast-paced production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent RedViking professionally at customer locations and serve as the primary technical point of contact during installations and service activities.
• Participate in internal and customer meetings to identify project requirements, specifications, issues, schedules, and timelines.
• Assist in coordinating equipment installation activities and support all phases of commissioning and startup.
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate equipment performance after installation.
• Support customers during initial production operation and resolve equipment-related issues as they arise.
• Modify and optimize PLC programs collaboratively with the RedViking team to improve equipment performance and implement customer-requested changes.
• Evaluate Mechanical and Hydraulic systems and provide findings to engineering teams to support corrective actions and design improvements.
• Lead or work as part of a team consisting of RedViking employees and/or contracted resources.
• Maintain accurate service documentation, issue tracking, and communication with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Perform preventive maintenance and reliability improvements.
• Create service reports and document corrective actions.
• Develop Service proposals when necessary.

Job Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or related field. Equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• 1+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming.
• Experience in Rockwell Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View, or Siemens TIA Portal.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNET).
• Experience with industrial automation and machine controls.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of robotics or motion control programming.
• Familiarity with safety PLCs and advanced diagnostics.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally in front of the customer.
• Ability to travel frequently to customer locations up to 50%.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office including experience with Excel for date analysis.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit
Job Segment: Testing, Maintenance, Machinist, Field Service, Welding, Technology, Manufacturing