Control Systems Field Engineer

Manatal; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Company-provided training and certifications

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Control Systems Field Engineer in Kansas City. The role involves supporting the startup, testing, and commissioning of control systems software while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have 5-7 years' experience in PLC, SCADA, or BAS, and proficiency in BACnet. Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills are vital as the job requires up to 75% regional travel. Competitive benefits include insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in PLC, SCADA, or Building Automation Systems.
• Proficiency in BACnet and at least one major control systems platform.
• Certifications in control systems software are a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% regionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide field programming, development, and engineering support.
• Debug, test, and verify control systems software.
• Train end users on software operation and troubleshooting.
• Document project work thoroughly and collaborate with teams.
• Stay current with industry trends.
• Support on-site commissioning and address client concerns during project execution.
• Train end users on software operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Document project work thoroughly, including technical updates and progress reports.
• Collaborate with engineering and installation teams to ensure full system integration.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and risk mitigation procedures.
• Recommend and implement improvements to system reliability, performance, and security.
• Stay current with industry trends and suggest relevant upgrades or innovations.

Skills

PLC

SCADA

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Troubleshooting

Communication protocols

Troubleshooting

Field programming

Tools

Control systems platforms

Job description

About the job Control Systems Field Engineer

Weare seeking an experienced Control Systems Field Engineer to supportthe startup, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of controlsystems software. This role requires strong technical expertise and aclient-focused mindset, with regular interaction on-site with bothinternal teams and customers.

Candidates must be open to traveling up to 75% regionally.

Qualifications:

5 to 7 years of experience in PLC, SCADA, or Building Automation Systems (BAS).

Proficiency in BACnet and at least one major control systems platform.

Experience in systems engineering or technical lead roles preferred.

Familiarity with industry programming languages and networking protocols.

Certifications in control systems software are a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide field programming, development, and engineering support for PLC, SCADA, or BAS platforms.

Debug, test, and verify control systems software to meet project requirements.

Configure software and hardware integrations, including gateways, meters, and communication interfaces.

Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software-related faults using diagnostic tools and system utilities.

Calibrate control instruments and fine-tune systems for optimal performance.

Support on-site commissioning and address client concerns during project execution.

Train end users on software operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Document project work thoroughly, including technical updates and progress reports.

Collaborate with engineering and installation teams to ensure full system integration.

Ensure compliance with all safety standards and risk mitigation procedures.

Recommend and implement improvements to system reliability, performance, and security.

Stay current with industry trends and suggest relevant upgrades or innovations.

Technical Skills:

In-depth knowledge of control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS, HMI).

Experience with communication protocols such as Modbus and OPC.

Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation abilities.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) become a company owner

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Company-provided training and certifications