Automation Field Service Engineer - East Region

Yokogawa Electric Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Yokogawa Electric Corporation in the United States seeks an automation and control system engineer to execute engineering tasks independently, support system installation, configuration, commissioning, field service, and troubleshooting of Yokogawa control systems and related automation products.

Configure, test, and optimize automation solutions, perform site visits across the East Service Region, provide after-hours support, and deliver high‑quality drawings, documentation, and customer

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. in engineering, physics, math or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience in process control systems.
• At least 2 years working experience with PLC, DCS, and computer networking.

Responsibilities

• Execute automation and control system engineering tasks with minimal supervision.
• Support system installation, configuration, commissioning, field service, and troubleshooting activities for Yokogawa control systems and related automation products.
• Configure, implement, and test automation solutions, including I/O configuration, control logic, interlocks, sequences, and operator interface graphics.
• Support hardware installation, instrumentation wiring, loop checks, troubleshoot field and system-level issues.
• Troubleshoot complex control system, network, and system integration issues involving Yokogawa platforms, PLCs, computer systems, and industrial networks.
• Independently manage assigned project tasks and deliverables, contributing to projects ranging from Level 1 to Level 5 in size and complexity.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and technical quality of all engineering deliverables, including drawings, databases, configuration files, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Yokogawa quality standards, project quality plans, and documentation requirements; complete required quality records accurately and on time.
• Perform site visits in support of Annual Lifecycle Agreements and ongoing customer support engagements, particularly within the East Service Region.
• Provide after-hours and weekend customer support as required to meet project and operational needs.
• Demonstrate a solid and evolving understanding of process control concepts, automation methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Maintain and expand expertise in Yokogawa system architectures through formal training, hands‑on project experience, mentoring, and self‑directed learning.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends applicable to control systems and industrial automation.
• Prepare and deliver technical documentation, customer presentations, and training materials for both external customers and internal teams.
• Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills; accurately report time and expenses in accordance with company policies.
• Understand, follow, and actively promote safe work practices in office, plant, and field environments.
• Minimum 50% travel to customer and project sites.

Skills

Communication

Technical documentation

Time management

Ownership & accountability

Problem solving

Education

B.S. degree in engineering, physics, math, or equivalent experience

Tools

PLC

DCS

Computer Networking

Job description

Yokogawa Electric Corporation in the United States seeks an automation and control system engineer to execute engineering tasks independently, support system installation, configuration, commissioning, field service, and troubleshooting of Yokogawa control systems and related automation products.

Configure, test, and optimize automation solutions, perform site visits across the East Service Region, provide after-hours support, and deliver high‑quality drawings, documentation, and customer