Automation Field Service Engineer – PLC/HMI/SCADA Expert

Xyntek Inc; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalyx is seeking an experienced Technical Service Engineer to support, troubleshoot, and maintain process automation systems within manufacturing facilities. You will be the primary technical resource for customers, ensuring optimal performance, minimizing downtime, and delivering exceptional customer support.

This role requires diagnosing electrical, mechanical, controls and software issues on automated equipment, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on PLC/HMI/SCADA, and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation systems within manufacturing environments.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs such as Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley/Siemens/Schneider Electric.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, controls, and software issues on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems.
• Support process optimization initiatives to improve equipment reliability, productivity, and efficiency.
• Conduct system upgrades, retrofits, and software modifications as required.
• Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.
• Troubleshoot communication networks including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and other industrial protocols.
• Provide emergency field support and technical assistance to customers.
• Document service activities, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Train operators, maintenance personnel, and customer staff on equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and customer teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain compliance with customer safety requirements and company policies.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

HMI/SCADA Systems

Industrial Networking

Process Control

Instrumentation & Calibration

VFDs & Motor Controls

Root Cause Analysis

Commissioning

Preventive Maintenance

Customer Relationship

Education

Engineering degree (Assoc or BS)

Job description

Catalyx is seeking an experienced Technical Service Engineer to support, troubleshoot, and maintain process automation systems within manufacturing facilities. You will be the primary technical resource for customers, ensuring optimal performance, minimizing downtime, and delivering exceptional customer support.

This role requires diagnosing electrical, mechanical, controls and software issues on automated equipment, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on PLC/HMI/SCADA, and