Field Automation Engineer – On-Site, Travel & Training

Delta Technology, LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Per diem on travel days

Mileage reimbursement

Laptop provided

Paid Rockwell and FANUC training

Job summary

Delta Technology, LLC, a Tempe-based automation builder, seeks an experienced technician to program and integrate PLCs and robots, and to commission turnkey systems at customer sites across the Southwest. You'll read electrical schematics, perform wiring, and lead on-site startups with hands-on training for operators.

Travel is regional and national; you will troubleshoot complex faults, perform calibrations, and deliver complete service reports while ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• AAS/BS in electrical, mechatronics, automation, or equivalent military/trade experience.
• 3+ years in industrial automation, controls, or field service with PLC/robot programming or troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings; understand 24VDC and AC power circuits.
• Valid driver's license, ability to travel domestically, and pass background checks.
• Clear communication and professional presence on customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Program and integrate Allen-Bradley PLCs and robots, with Siemens/Beckhoff as needed.
• Build and commission panels, start-up, FAT/SAT, and operator training on site.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and software faults; read schematics.
• Perform preventative maintenance, calibrations, retrofits, and warranty work.
• Document reports, logs, parts, backups, and communicate timelines and costs to customers.
• Maintain safety with LOTO, NFPA 70E, robot safety, and e-stops before production release.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Robot programming (FANUC)

Electrical schematics reading

Mechanical drawings reading

Troubleshooting

Safety and lockout/tagout

Education

AAS in Electrical / Mechatronics / Automation or BS in Electrical / Mechanical / Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Omron

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Delta Technology, LLC, a Tempe-based automation builder, seeks an experienced technician to program and integrate PLCs and robots, and to commission turnkey systems at customer sites across the Southwest. You'll read electrical schematics, perform wiring, and lead on-site startups with hands-on training for operators.

Travel is regional and national; you will troubleshoot complex faults, perform calibrations, and deliver complete service reports while ensuring safety standards.