Field Automation Engineer (m/f/d) - PLC & Robotics

VisiConsult - X-ray Systems & Solutions GmbH; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

International team

Global exposure

Job summary

VisiConsult X-ray Solutions Americas Corp. seeks a Field Automation Engineer - PLC & Robotics (m/f/d) in the US to support customers by integrating complex automation solutions. You will work with SIEMENS and Allen-Bradley PLCs and robotics systems in a family-owned, international environment.

You will troubleshoot on-site, install, and optimize systems, while collaborating with US and German teams to ensure reliability and strong customer service. Travel and technical proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering preferred.
• One year of experience in a similar position is a plus.
• Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley) and drives.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for PLCs.
• Knowledge of robotic systems (industrial robots e.g. Yaskawa, Fanuc, ABB) is a plus.
• Basic LabVIEW knowledge for troubleshooting is a plus.
• Proficiency in Windows (Network, Office, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills for customer interaction.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced English (technical proficiency).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve PLC, drive and robotics issues on-site.
• Commission, integrate, and modify PLCs and robotic systems.
• Perform diagnostics and optimize system performance.
• Maintain robotic systems for smooth operations at customer locations.
• Collaborate with teams in the US and Germany for system reliability.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support and address customer inquiries.
• Train and assist customers in system functionality and troubleshooting.

Skills

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Robotics integration

Customer interaction

English proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Windows proficiency

Job description

What You Can Expect

At VisiConsult, we deliver high-end X-ray systems and intelligent automation technology to ensure safety and efficiency across industries. As a Field Automation Engineer (m/f/d) - PLC & Robotics in the US, you will support our customers by integrating complex automation solutions. Bring your expertise to an innovative, family-owned company with a strong international footprint.

Responsibilities awaiting you

• Troubleshoot and resolve PLC, drive and robotics issues on-site
• Commission, integrate, and modify PLCs (SIEMENS, Allen Bradley) and robotic systems
• Perform diagnostics and optimize system performance
• Maintain robotic systems for smooth operations at customer locations
• Collaborate with teams in the US and Germany for system reliability
• Provide on-site and remote technical support and address customer inquiries
• Train and assist customers in system functionality and troubleshooting

What You Should Bring

• Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering preferred
• One year of experience in a similar position is a plus
• Experience with PLCs (SIEMENS, Allen Bradley) and drives
• Strong troubleshooting skills for PLCs
• Knowledge of robotic systems (industrial robots e.g. Yaskawa, Fanuc, ABB) is a plus
• Basic LabView knowledge for troubleshooting is a plus
• Proficiency in Windows (Network, Office, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills for customer interaction
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Advanced English (technical proficiency)
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

This position supports customer programs that are subject to U.S. export control regulations and specific contractual requirements. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to perform the position in compliance with applicable export control laws and customer requirements. Employer sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.

What We Offer

• Career and development opportunities
• An international and team-oriented work environment
• Variety of perspectives due to a wide range of industries and customers

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About Us

VisiConsult X-ray Solutions Americas Corp. is a family-run, dynamic, internationally operating and growing company in the High-tech sector and worldwide market leader for individual X-ray inspection systems. We see ourselves as a specialist for individual solutions in the field of image processing and automation.

Our focus is on the realization of semi and fully automated systems. In the past years we could install a variety of X-ray inspection systems in the market. A team of permanent and freelance employees pursues a common goal: customer satisfaction.