Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Material Handling Systems; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated junior engineers to embark on a rewarding career in automation. This role offers the chance to travel extensively across the U.S. to commission and test innovative conveyor automation systems. You'll gain hands-on experience in control system design and panel design while working alongside a team of experts. The company fosters a collaborative and diverse workplace culture, empowering individuals to contribute to significant projects. With a competitive salary range and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those eager to make an impact in the automation field.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in automation and control system design.
• Knowledge of electrical and controls engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Debug various automation systems and perform system checkout.
• Lead teams of commissioning Engineers and interface with clients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Troubleshooting Electrical Systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves.

This position involves heavy travel (50-75%) to commission, test and verify new conveyor automation systems throughout the U.S. This is a great opportunity for junior engineers who are ready to start a rewarding pathway to other areas of automation such as control system design, panel design, and power distribution.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Debug various automation systems
• System and I/O Checkout
• Support Controls and PLC checkout
• Test system performance
• Lead teams of commissioning Engineers
• Verification and validation of engineered systems to meet design and customer specifications
• Interface with clients and subcontractors and resolve problems and issues satisfactorily
• Design pre-punched enclosures and subpanels utilizing AutoCAD
• Create and update project “workbook,” pre-check electrical drawings for accuracy/completeness, UL requirements prior to installation and material ordering

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience in commissioning related field
• 1-3 years’ experience in automation, control system design, I/O Checkout
• Knowledgeable of electrical and controls engineering theories and principles
• Significant electrical aptitude and knowledge of acceptable practices, techniques, and codes
• VFD experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens or Schneider is a plus but not required
• PLC experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix & CompactLogix), Modicon and Siemens (S7) is a plus but not required
• HMI experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, Ignition and WinCC is a plus but not required

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, verbal, and written skills
• Skills in AutoCAD, MS Office suite and MS Project
• Ability to work with experienced, multidisciplinary, technical specialists
• Ability to coordinate small to large projects and teams independently and make quality decisions
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems for industrial applications
• Skilled with AutoCAD and design of electrical panels, creating electrical drawings and schematics

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job operates primarily in industrial customer project sites. Safe working practices and awareness of the environment are essential.

TRAVEL: Generally, this position requires up to 50-70% travel to various sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The base salary range for this role is $85,000 to $127,500. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary