Automation Field Engineer

Cybertrol Engineering; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$12,000 annual salary premium

6 additional PTO days during enlistment

Paid time off after enlistment

Health insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in automation solutions is seeking an Automation Field Engineer in Madison, WI. The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining automated systems, along with collaborating with a team of engineers. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality service. This position offers various incentives, including a $12,000 annual salary premium, structured time off, and additional benefits. Apply to be part of a committed team in delivering excellence.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience in industrial automation.
• Technical leadership ability for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain automated systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to deliver projects.
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Curiosity and agility in problem solving

Focus and tenacity

Goal oriented and eager to learn

Education

Minimum of five years in industrial automation

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens S7

FTView SE/ME

Wonderware Intouch/System Platform

Job description

18‑month enlistment commitment

Do you want to be a vital part of a successful multi-disciplined team? At Cybertrol, you will apply your skills in a culture that focuses on commitment to high quality solutions for our customers while emphasizing personal and professional growth for our employees. Our core values are reflected in everything we do. Our dedication to being "Passionate," "Authentic," and "Willing to Help" makes a significant impact on our work culture and the success of our projects.

About Cybertrol

Cybertrol Engineering creates and delivers custom-engineered automation hardware and software solutions to manufacturing customers throughout the upper Midwest and across the world. The firm is privately owned, headquartered in Minneapolis, and has additional offices in Madison and Marshfield, WI. There is an extraordinarily strong engineering culture that emphasizes both personal and professional growth along with a commitment to providing high-quality solutions, including: plant‑wide automation, information, and industrial IT (Information Technology) infrastructure; custom control panel design and fabrication; and upgrades of obsolete automation systems.

Job Summary

As an Automation Field Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining automated systems at customer sites. As part of this work, you will support the validation of functional specifications and the required PLC/HMI programs working in a team as a contributor or technical lead. You will also partner with a team of Manufacturing Intelligence, Hardware, and Industrial OT engineers to deliver comprehensive projects that meet customer requirements. During these projects, you will become a trusted consultant for Cybertrol’s customers.

ENLISTMENT INCENTIVES (ROAD WARRIOR PROGRAM)

• $12,000 annual salary premium for the duration of enlistment
• Minimal work required when not scheduled for onsite assignment (i.e. project related documentation, customer calls, and training)
• 6 additional PTO days during the enlistment period (above standard offering)
• Structured rotation schedule: 12 consecutive days onsite followed by 4 consecutive days off
• 2 months of paid time off awarded upon successful completion of the 18‑month enlistment

Essential Job Functions

• Partner with Manufacturing Intelligence, Hardware, and Industrial OT engineers to deliver comprehensive projects that meet customer requirements
• Maintain customer contact throughout the life of the commissioning and for some time after commissioning
• Test and modify the PLC/HMI code in a modern software framework to meet customer needs
• Ensure that quality processes have been followed to deliver zero-defect code to the customer during commissioning
• Provide technical leadership as required, including system‑level thinking and problem‑solving techniques
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence
• Working with multiple disciplines and trades while leading the commissioning of projects

required Education And Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years related and relevant experience in industrial automation
• Technical leadership capability to guide, and coach team members working on complex projects

knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Curiosity and agility in problem solving when presented with a new challenge
• Focus and tenacity when given a challenge to see it through
• Goal oriented with a strong desire to learn new technologies and concepts

Experience With The Following Technologies

• PLC platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Siemens S7, etc.
• Stand‑alone and distributed HMI/SCADA platforms such as FTView SE/ME, Siemens WinCC, Wonderware Intouch/System Platform, Ignition, etc.
• Legacy PLCs and HMI/SCADA platforms
• VFDs, Process Instrumentation, Servo Control, Valve Control, etc.
• Safety Control Systems – PLCs and Relays
• Industrial networks for device control such as Ethernet/IP, Profibus PA/DP, ASi,IOLink, HART, DeviceNet, etc.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

On‑Site working conditions may include:

• Work around construction equipment and personnel
• Work around production equipment and personnel
• Work in hot or cold areas
• Work in noisy areas
• Work up and down stairs, indoors and outdoors
• Electrical/Instrumentation Device Checkout and Troubleshooting. Includes voltage testing, equipment troubleshooting on a ladder, and light electrical assembly – signal wiring in control panels/instruments
• Working and interfacing with operations, maintenance, engineering, equipment supply, and construction personnel

Typical Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) Required: Safety Glasses, Steel Toed shoes, hearing protection, and electrical safety PPE. Employees must comply with customer specific requirements and PPE.

Work may include working weekends, holidays, nightshift, and extended hours to meet deadlines and commissioning requirements.

Cybertrol offers a discretionary bonus to all employees, based on company and personal performance. In addition, all full‑time employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and personal paid time off (PTO), supplemental insurance plans, and education reimbursement.

Cybertrol is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, age and/or any other protected status as required by law.