Automation Service Engineer

Atlas NextWave; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas NextWave is seeking an experienced Automation Service Engineer to join our maritime team. You will work on automation and electrical systems onboard vessels, supporting new build projects, ensuring system reliability and performance.

You will test, commission and troubleshoot PLC/SCADA/HMI systems, collaborate with shipyards and customers, and provide hands-on service on ships to optimize performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in industrial automation, electronics or maritime control systems.
• Minimum 5 years in automation/service roles, with maritime industry experience.
• Practical experience with PLC, SCADA and HMI software systems.

Responsibilities

• Work on automation and electrical systems on vessels for new builds and upgrades.
• Test and commission automation systems onboard ships.
• Troubleshoot PLC, SCADA/HMI and control systems to resolve issues.
• Provide service and support onboard ships and during handover phases.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, shipyards and customers.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

SCADA/HMI

Electrical systems

Fault finding

Onboard vessel experience

Communication

Independence on vessel

Education

Industrial Automation/Maritime Engineering degree

Maritime Engineering

Tools

PLC software

SCADA software

HMI software

Automation equipment

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Automation Service Engineer to join our team in the maritime sector. You will work on automation and electrical systems onboard vessels, supporting new build projects, ensuring system reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on various projects in the maritime sector including new builds and upgrades
• Perform testing and commissioning of automation and electrical systems onboard vessels
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in PLC, SCADA / HMI, and control systems
• Provide service and support activities onboard ships
• Execute fault finding, repairs, and system optimization
• Support the new build department, during installation, testing, and handover phase
• Collaborate with engineering teams, shipyards, and customers
• Hands-on experience with PLC / SCADA / HMI systems
• Familiarity with automation equipment and systems such as sensors, actuators, and drives.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and debugging PLC programs and SCADA/HMI systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and control systems
• Knowledge of drives and power electronics is a strong plus
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently onboard vessels
• Good communication skills and service-oriented mindset
• Troubleshoot complex automation systems

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Automation, Electronics, Maritime Engineering, Control Systems or similar
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in automation/service roles
• Working experience in the Maritime Industry (mandatory)
• Practical experience with PLC, SCADA, and HMI software systems