Commissioning Engineer – PLC (Siemens & Allen-Bradley)

Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays and paid time off

Employee recognition and serviceAwards

Employee engagement and social events

Training and professional development

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering is seeking a hands-on Commissioning Engineer with strong Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC experience to install, commission, calibrate, troubleshoot, and service industrial equipment at customer facilities. This role demands extensive field work and problem-solving in automotive, aerospace, or tool manufacturing environments.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in Electrical Technology (or equivalent), 5+ years of experience, and is willing to travel 65–75%

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC programming.
• Hands-on equipment installation and commissioning experience.
• Experience troubleshooting controls hardware and software.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience with control panel building.
• Willingness to travel 65–75% (including international travel).

Responsibilities

• Commission, calibrate, troubleshoot, and service equipment at customer facilities.
• Ensure equipment operates per technical specifications.
• Assemble, debug, and adjust electrical and electromechanical machine systems.
• Support equipment assembly and commissioning at company and customer sites.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC controls hardware and software.
• Program and troubleshoot Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and machine documentation.
• Build and troubleshoot control panels.
• Identify and resolve electrical, controls, mechanical, and electromechanical issues.
• Provide technical training to customer representatives on company equipment.
• Travel approximately 65–75%.

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Electromechanical systems

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

SAP

MRP/ERP

Job description

Commissioning Engineer – PLC (Siemens & Allen-Bradley)

Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, And Employment Type

• Duration: direct hire, full-time
• Pay rate: $40–$48 per hour
• Job Location: Oak Park, MI
• Work Model: On the Road, 65–75%, including occasional international travel
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Job#: bh19158

Description

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with strong PLC programming, equipment commissioning, and electrical/electromechanical troubleshooting experience.

This is a highly hands-on role supporting the installation, commissioning, calibration, troubleshooting, and servicing of industrial equipment at customer facilities. The ideal candidate will have advanced experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs and a background in automotive manufacturing, machine tools, aerospace manufacturing, or similar industrial environments.

This position is ideal for an experienced controls or commissioning professional who enjoys solving technical problems in the field and is comfortable with significant travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, calibrate, troubleshoot, and service new or modified equipment at customer facilities
• Ensure equipment is fully functional and operating according to technical specifications
• Assemble, debug, and adjust electronic and electromechanical machine systems
• Support equipment assembly and commissioning at both company and customer sites
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC controls hardware and software
• Program and troubleshoot Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC systems
• Read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and machine documentation
• Build and troubleshoot control panels
• Identify and resolve electrical, controls, mechanical, and electromechanical issues
• Provide technical training to customer representatives on company equipment
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal engineering and technical teams
• Document field service activities, expenses, and project-related information
• Travel approximately 65–75%, including occasional international assignments

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC programming
• Hands-on equipment installation and commissioning experience
• Experience troubleshooting controls hardware and software
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Experience with control panel building
• Strong electrical and electromechanical troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication, mathematical, and computer skills
• MRP/ERP experience is a plus
• SAP experience preferred
• Automotive manufacturing, machine tool, aerospace manufacturing, or similar industrial experience strongly preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel 65–75%, including occasional international travel

Travel Requirements

Travel is a significant part of this position. Candidates should be comfortable spending approximately 65–75% of their time traveling to customer sites, with occasional international travel possible. The first several months of training may involve a particularly high amount of travel. Candidates will be responsible for managing travel-related expenses and submitting them for reimbursement in accordance with company procedures. Airfare is covered directly by the company, while other eligible expenses such as hotels, rental cars, and mileage are reimbursed through the company's expense process.

What We\'re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on controls/commissioning engineer who can independently troubleshoot complex industrial equipment and confidently work with both Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.

You should be comfortable working directly with customers, diagnosing problems in the field, reading electrical schematics, building or troubleshooting control panels, and traveling extensively to support equipment installations and commissioning projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Disability and life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Pet insurance
• Group legal benefits
• Identity theft protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee recognition and service awards
• Employee engagement and social activities
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Benefits eligibility after 30 days

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.