Automation Commissioning Engineer I

Hy-Tek; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Tek is seeking an Automation Commissioning Engineer I to perform site commissioning and project execution for conveyor and rack systems. You will lead mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on-site and develop commissioning documentation to support installation and startup activities.

Travel up to 90% and weekend/night work may be required. The role emphasizes safety, professional client interaction, and timely project updates while working with project management and engineers to ensure

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical and electrical experience with conveyor systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret mechanical and electrical information in service manuals.
• Ability to effectively use hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical power and control systems.
• Proficiency in software applications such as AutoCAD, Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Technical writing skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Present a professional image to customers and vendors.
• Develop project specific commissioning documentation.
• Support development of commissioning documentation based on installation and startup manuals, as new technologies are onboarded.
• Perform and lead system commissioning for conveyor and rack systems.
• Provide mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of conveyor systems during commissioning activities.
• Support mechanical installation of small conveyor systems and re-work or reconfiguration of existing systems.
• Support electrical installation, both high (480 volt) and low voltage, including the termination of wiring.
• Develop and support close out of commissioning punch list.
• Support customer training on equipment and various technologies.
• Develop and supply weekly updates related to project specific tasks.
• Ensure operational excellence is achieved by executing all projects with quality and accuracy.
• Work with Project Management and System Engineers to understand As-Sold functionality of the system.
• Be a leader of and practice all rules regarding personal and job site safety.

Skills

Conveyor experience

Communication skills

Manual analysis

Hand tools

Power systems

AutoCAD/Office

Technical writing

Tools

AutoCAD

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Title

Automation Commissioning Engineer I

Department

Project Deployment

Supervisor

Manager of Product Commissioning

Job Purpose

The Automation Commissioning Engineer I (ACE I), maximizes customer satisfaction by performing commissioning and project execution activities, which support customer goals. The ACE I will be responsible for all aspects of site commissioning, providing a high-quality on-site presence to assist in resolution of all mechanical and/or electrical issues, and support technical service trips as needed. In addition, the ACE I will provide timely, high quality service operations and maintain a professional image.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Present a professional image to customers and vendors.
• Develop project specific commissioning documentation.
• Support development of commissioning documentation based on installation and startup manuals, as new technologies are onboarded.
• Perform and lead system commissioning for conveyor and rack systems.
• Provide mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of conveyor systems during commissioning activities.
• Support mechanical installation of small conveyor systems and re-work or reconfiguration of existing systems.
• Support electrical installation, both high (480 volt) and low voltage, including the termination of wiring.
• Develop and support close out of commissioning punch list.
• Support customer training on equipment and various technologies.
• Develop and supply weekly updates related to project specific tasks.
• Ensure operational excellence is achieved by executing all projects with quality and accuracy.
• Work with Project Management and System Engineers to understand As-Sold functionality of the system.
• Be a leader of and practice all rules regarding personal and job site safety.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred

• 3+ years of mechanical and electrical experience with conveyor systems is preferred.
• Demonstrate a high degree of communication and organizational skills to include the ability to apply logic and constructive thinking to solve problems.
• Aptitude and ability to analyze and interpret all mechanical and electrical information in service manuals.
• Ability to effectively use hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical power and control systems.
• Proficiency in software applications such as AutoCAD, Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Technical writing skills a plus.

Working Conditions

• Travel up to 90% or as needed.
• Some weekend/night work required as needed.
• Working in office, warehouse, and manufacturing facilities.
• Working in a stationary position for an extended period.
• Moving or traversing for an extended period.
• Occasional ascending and descending scaffolding and/or mezzanines.
• Operating computers for an extended period.
• Possible exposure to noise levels exceeding recommended DBA levels.
• Occasional movement and positioning of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

***Job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations. ***