Commissioning Engineer - PLC - Siemens & Allen Bradley (PERM)

Connexion Systems + Engineering; Oak Park (MI); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 66 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays and paid time off

EAP

Resumo da oferta

Connexion Systems & Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with strong PLC programming and field service troubleshooting skills.

The role involves commissioning, calibration, and servicing of industrial equipment at customer facilities, with significant travel (65–75%) including occasional international assignments. The ideal candidate has advanced Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC experience, an electrical/electromechanical background, and the ability to diagnose and

Qualificações

• Associate degree is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for advanced responsibilities.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in commissioning/controls.
• Strong experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs.

Responsabilidades

• Commission, calibrate, troubleshoot, and service equipment at customer facilities.
• Ensure equipment functions per technical specs.
• Read electrical schematics and machine drawings; build/repair control panels.
• Travel 65–75% to client sites; manage travel expenses.

Conhecimentos

Siemens PLC programming

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Field service troubleshooting

Formação académica

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

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

Ferramentas

Industrial controls hardware

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Title: 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.