Automation Field Engineer

Suburban Enterprises, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(K) with employer match

No healthcare premium increases for 4 

Job summary

Suburban Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Automation Field Engineer to deploy, commission, troubleshoot, and support industrial automation systems at customer sites.

You will act as the technical liaison among engineering, project management, field personnel, and customers to ensure safe, on-schedule project execution within budget. The role requires hands-on electrical and control system work, including programming PLCs/HMIs, creating schematics, BOMs, and现场 wiring.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 2+ years hands-on experience in industrial electrical, controls, automation, instrumentation, or electromechanical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and motor controls.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, and BOMs using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Oversee or perform electrical installation, panel wiring, and hardware setup for industrial control systems.
• Program, test, and commission industrial automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, and drives on-site or in-house.
• Perform advanced system troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve complex issues with controls and machinery.
• Ensure designs, panel builds, and wiring comply with NFPA 79, NEC, and ISO 13849 standards.
• Provide high-level technical support to internal technicians and external customers.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Rockwell PLCs & HMIs

AutoCAD Electrical

Panel wiring & documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Take Ownership of Your Career and Shape Your Future! Are you ready to become an Employee Owner? At Suburban Enterprises, you not only work for the company you own the company! The ideal candidate is happy where he/she is currently employed but is interested in a more self-directed work environment, increased responsibility, and the opportunity to grow into additional roles. We would like to hire someone interested in a career, not a job, who wants to do the work and be recognized for a job well done!

The Role – Automation Field Engineer

The Automation Field Engineer is responsible for deploying, commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting industrial automation and control systems at customer facilities. This role serves as the technical liaison between engineering, project management, field personnel, and the customer, providing hands‑on support throughout equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and ongoing system operation. The Automation Field Engineer helps ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and customer requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Design & Documentation: Create detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Installation & Wiring: Oversee or perform physical electrical installation, panel wiring, and hardware setup for industrial control systems.
• Programming & Commissioning: Program, test, and commission industrial automation systems—including PLCs, HMIs, and AC/DC drives—both in-house and on‑site.
• Troubleshooting & Technical Support: Perform advanced system troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve complex issues with automation controls, machinery, and electrical hardware.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all designs, panel builds, and wiring comply with relevant electrical and safety standards (e.g., NFPA 79, NEC, ISO 13849).
• Customer & Technical Support: Provide high‑level technical support and guidance to internal department technicians and external customers.

What You Bring (Required Experience)

• Education: Associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience: 2+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial electrical, controls, automation, instrumentation, or electromechanical systems.
• Core Technical Skills:
  • Extensive experience troubleshooting industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and motor controls.
  • Experience programming and troubleshooting Rockwell PLCs and HMIs.
  • Experience reading, interpreting, and modifying electrical control schematics and control panel layouts using AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Computer Skills: Proficient with standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office, email, internet browsers, and basic file management.

Bonus Points For (Preferred Experience)

• Standards & Compliance: Familiarity with industrial electrical standards such as NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A for on‑site modifications.
• Networking: Understanding of industrial networking (Ethernet and Serial), concepts for troubleshooting plant communications.
• Industry Background: Direct service or maintenance experience within the food, beverage, or paper industries.
• Multi‑Platform Exposure: Experience diagnosing or modifying Siemens PLCs and HMIs in addition to Rockwell.

What We Offer – Why Choose Suburban Enterprises?

• Team Member Ownership: Work for a company where your contributions directly impact your future
• Commitment to Safety: Safety isn’t just a priority; it’s our promise to you and your family
• Career Growth: This isn’t just a job - it’s a career path with opportunities for advancement
• Continuous Learning: Investment in your professional development
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values respect, integrity, and excellence
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, ESOP, 401(K) with employer match, and no healthcare premium increases for 4 years

We are an equal opportunity employer.