Controls & Deployment Engineer

Geekplus America Inc; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Geek+ America Inc. seeks a Controls & Deployment Engineer to own both controls work and end-to-end deployment of robotic systems at customer sites.

You will serve as the technical authority on PLC/controls integration for AMR deployments and collaborate with project managers, supply chain, and service teams to drive live deployments. The role involves leading on-site deployment planning, coordinating with stakeholders, conducting hardware inspections, and supporting safety and commissioning

Qualifications

• Hands-on industrial controls experience with PLC systems.
• Strong field judgment and deployment experience.
• Ability to manage on-site deployment with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site implementation planning including scope, budget, schedule, and subcontracting.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align delivery schedules.
• Perform hardware inspections, quality checks and pre-deployment testing.
• Prepare environments for SIT, UAT, and performance testing; participate in testing.
• Mentor contractor teams on-site and monitor performance and quality.

Skills

PLC systems knowledge

Project coordination

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or 3–5 years equivalent experience

Tools

Studio 5000 (Allen-Bradley)

Siemens TIA Portal

MS Office & collaboration tools

Job description

Controls & Deployment Engineer

As a Controls & Deployment Engineer at Geek+, you'll sit at the intersection of automation engineering and field operations - owning both the technical controls work and the end-to-end deployment of our robotic systems at customer sites. You'll serve as a primary point of contact for project managers, supply chain specialists, service program managers, vendors, and customers, while also serving as the technical authority on PLC/controls integration across AMR deployments. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on industrial controls experience, strong field judgment, and the drive to see complex robotic systems go live and perform.

Responsibilities

Deployment & Project Execution

Lead onsite implementation planning including scope, budget, schedule, and subcontracting, and integrate with the master project plan.

Manage implementation timelines by closely coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, particularly supply chain on delivery schedules.

Conduct hardware inspections, quality control checks, and pre‑deployment testing to identify and resolve issues before go‑live.

Prepare hardware environments for SIT, UAT, and Performance Testing and actively participate in testing phases.

Lead, manage, and mentor contractor teams on‑site, setting clear expectations and monitoring performance and quality.

Controls & Automation Engineering

Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley/Studio 5000 and Siemens/TIA Portal) in support of AMR deployments.

Verify and troubleshoot I/O signals, wiring, signal flow, and field device integration independently.

Support safety control systems and safety device integration across projects, with particular focus on SkyCube/vertical lift applications.

Distinguish and resolve hardware, software, communication, and configuration‑related issues during commissioning and field operations.

Provide remote controls support across multiple active sites simultaneously.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

Diagnose and resolve hardware and controls‑related problems - both remotely and on‑site - to minimize downtime and ensure optimal robot performance.

Document all issues, solutions, and best practices in a clear, organized manner; develop training materials and implementation guides.

Contribute insights on the latest advancements in AMR hardware and controls technology to strengthen Geek+'s competitive edge.

Develop and deliver training to customers, team members, and service partners.

Requirements

Experience in warehouse automation, manufacturing automation, or electrical/mechanical installation.

Proficiency with PLC systems - Allen‑Bradley (Studio 5000) and/or Siemens (TIA Portal) hands‑on experience required.

Ability to independently troubleshoot control systems, field devices, and automation architectures.

Strong project coordination skills - able to manage implementation across client operations & IT teams and site contractors.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Quick learner; comfortable adapting to new technology and complex problems in the field.

Positive, can‑do attitude with genuine enthusiasm for problem‑solving.

Proficiency in MS Office and online collaboration tools.

Ability to travel 80%+ (client sites Monday-Friday).

Must not require visa sponsorship.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or 3-5 years of equivalent industry experience.

Experience with safety control systems and safety devices.

HMI programming experience.

Familiarity with industrial networking concepts.

Experience with robotic systems or AMR platforms.

Bilingual (English and Mandarin) is a plus.