Field Automation Commissioning Engineer

Jobtailor; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ is seeking an experienced Field Service Automation Specialist to support installation, startup, and commissioning of municipal dewatering equipment across North America.

You will configure PLC, HMI, and instrumentation, perform FAT/SAT, mentor technicians, and develop standards while traveling extensively; OSHA-certified, you thrive in cross-functional teams and deliver reliable process control improvements.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Automation Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience
• Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, systems integration, commissioning, or field service
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Experience with HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial communication networks
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, engineering drawings, and control system documentation
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
• Maintain required OSHA and company safety certifications; wear PPE as required
• Willingness to travel approximately 100% throughout North America

Responsibilities

• Support installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and optimization of ANDRITZ municipal dewatering equipment and automation systems
• Configure, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and industrial communication systems
• Perform electrical and controls verification before equipment startup
• Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer performance testing
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, automation, instrumentation, networking, and process control issues
• Maintain software backups, configuration files, and commissioning documentation
• Provide advanced technical support to Field Service and Commissioning Technicians
• Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to resolve field automation issues and implement technical improvements
• Mentor Field Service and Commissioning Technicians on automation systems, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices
• Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation standards, software documentation, and commissioning procedures
• Identify recurring field issues and implement permanent corrective actions with Engineering
• Support automation upgrades, modernization projects, and aftermarket control system improvements
• Serve as the automation technical resource during field assignments and customer startup activities
• Develop and maintain customer relationships and provide operator and maintenance training
• Prepare detailed field service reports documenting work performed, software changes, findings, and recommendations
• Support emergency service calls and remote technical assistance as required
• Follow ANDRITZ and customer safety policies and procedures and promote safety during field activities

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Configuration

Industrial Automation

Field Service Support

Electrical Troubleshooting

Education

Associates degree in Automation Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Schneider Electric Modicon

Ignition SCADA

Industrial Ethernet

Job description

• Support installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and optimization of ANDRITZ municipal dewatering equipment and automation systems


• Configure, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and industrial communication systems


• Perform electrical and controls verification before equipment startup


• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and customer performance testing


• Troubleshoot complex electrical, automation, instrumentation, networking, and process control issues


• Maintain software backups, configuration files, and commissioning documentation


• Provide advanced technical support to Field Service and Commissioning Technicians


• Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to resolve field automation issues and implement technical improvements


• Mentor Field Service and Commissioning Technicians on automation systems, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices


• Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation standards, software documentation, and commissioning procedures


• Identify recurring field issues and implement permanent corrective actions with Engineering


• Support automation upgrades, modernization projects, and aftermarket control system improvements


• Serve as the automation technical resource during field assignments and customer startup activities


• Develop and maintain customer relationships and provide operator and maintenance training


• Prepare detailed field service reports documenting work performed, software changes, findings, and recommendations


• Support emergency service calls and remote technical assistance as required


• Follow ANDRITZ and customer safety policies and procedures and promote safety during field activities

Requirements

• Associates degree in Automation Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience


• Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, systems integration, commissioning, or field service


• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience


• Experience with HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial communication networks


• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, engineering drawings, and control system documentation


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team


• Willingness to travel approximately 100% throughout North America


• Experience with Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / ControlLogix, Siemens TIA Portal / S7, Schneider Electric / Modicon, Ignition SCADA, Industrial Ethernet communications, process instrumentation, or municipal wastewater, dewatering, or industrial process equipment is preferred


• Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods


• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds


• Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, and perform work in industrial environments


• Ability to travel extensively by automobile and commercial airline


• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as required to support customer needs


• Maintain required OSHA and company safety certifications


• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and automation systems, with a strong focus on customer support and technical documentation. Capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance field operations and implement effective solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• PLC Programming


• HMI Configuration


• Industrial Automation


• Field Service Support


• Electrical Troubleshooting

Hard Skills

• PLC Programming


• HMI Configuration


• VFD Troubleshooting


• Instrumentation


• Electrical Schematics Interpretation


• Process Control


• Automation Standards Development


• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)


• Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)


• Technical Documentation

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills


• Communication Skills


• Mentoring


• Team Collaboration


• Problem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• OSHA Safety Certification

Industry Keywords

• Industrial Automation


• Controls Engineering


• Commissioning


• Municipal Wastewater


• Dewatering Equipment

Tools & Technologies

• Allen-Bradley Studio 5000


• Siemens TIA Portal


• Schneider Electric Modicon


• Ignition SCADA


• Industrial Ethernet