Controls Commissioning Engineer

Quest Global; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Automation/Controls/Commissioning Engineer to perform on-site commissioning of material handling systems and support go-live activities at customer sites.

The role requires 1–5 years of automation experience, PLC/HMI/SCADA knowledge, and the ability to travel ~80% to diverse locations while collaborating with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience as Automation/Controls/Commissioning Engineer or similar role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred (Electrical/Mechatronic).
• Proficient reading engineering drawings and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Travel ~80% to customer sites and manufacturing locations.
• Perform on-site commissioning of material handling systems integrating hardware and PLC software.
• Commission controls systems on-site including electrical and PLC software commissioning; support tests and end-user training.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

Electrical drawings

HMI/SCADA

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

SCADA

Job description

Job Requirements

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The Controls Project Engineering team performs engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives while being a part of multi-disciplined project teams. Projects include customers from all types of industries including e-commerce, Food & Beverage, General Merchandise, and many others. This is a hands-on role, focused on performing electrical and PLC software commissioning on automated warehouse and material handling systems at customer sites, helping bring complex automation solutions into operation safely, on time, and to specification.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about mechanical engineering, problem solving, and working hands-on with mechatronic material handling equipment.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do

• Travel approximately 80% to different Customer locations or manufacturing locations
• Perform on-site project commissioning of material handling logistics systems that integrate mechatronic hardware and software to deliver an automated customer solution
• Commission controls systems on-site including electrical and PLC software commissioning and to provide support to system test activities and training for the end user.
• Produce commissioning documentation including, but not limited to, commissioning checklists, tests specifications, Method Statements and Risk Assessments for Automated solutions
• Deliver the assigned project scope and tasks by meeting exceeding our safety, quality, On-Time-Delivery and budget requirements.
• Seek advice and guidance from others on non-routine or more complex equipment and areas of the system
• Identify problems as they occur and take appropriate steps to solve them
• Provide assistance in recommending ideas related to productivity improvement, cost reduction and improvement in customer satisfaction
• Provide regular Commissioning status/progress updates to Dematic leadership
• Support on-site Reliability, Performance, and Volume Testing, System Start-up, Go-Live, and post Go-Live customer support for the projects.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Electrical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering preferred)
• 1-5 years of experience as Automation / Controls / Commissioning Engineer or similar role.
• Proficient in or ability to learn reading computer-based engineering drawings, equipment technical specifications, troubleshooting techniques, and testing equipment
• Ability to understand Electrical and Electronic technical manuals & drawings.
• Knowledge of PLC (e.g., Allan Bradley), HMI, SCADA development and commissioning software.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of professional behavior principles and skills including communication, collaboration, courage, training, and teamwork
• Ability to effectively Collaborate and Communicate with Customers, co-workers, Vendors and Sub-contractors

Pay Range

$45 - $60 per hour

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure.

Work Requirements

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, 80% of travel is required.