Field Automation Controls Engineer - Travel & On-Site

IMA AUTOMATION North America

Elgin (IL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

IMA Automation North America in Elgin, IL is seeking an electrical automation technician with on-site support duties. You will read schematics, troubleshoot power and control circuits, and contribute to design updates while complying with safety requirements.

The role involves installing and configuring components, documenting procedures, and traveling up to 75% to support customers across the region. Strong PLC/HMI knowledge, CAD familiarity, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Knowledge of Rockwell RSLogix/Studio5000 or Siemens software; CAD tools.
Experience with Allen Bradley or Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and servo controls.
Experience with Cognex and Keyence vision systems.
Robots from Epson, Fanuc and Staubli.
Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to travel up to 75% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot electrical power and control circuits up to 600VAC and 24VDC.
Troubleshoot cam, servo, and air stations; test and electrical devices.
Debug software issues related to PLCs, HMIs, vision cameras, robotics, SCADA.
Replace/install and configure electrical components in automated control systems.
Identify and release spare parts for supply chain.
Research and specify components for new designs.
Create/update wiring schematics, BOMs, panel layouts; release packages.
Participate in installations and service calls; interface with customers.
Provide technical support to customers, remote and on-site.
Support software validation requirements and update docs.
Book service travel arrangements.
Travel up to 50–75% of the time.