Field Automation Engineer - PLC & Robotics - On-Site/Remote

VisiConsult X-ray Systems & Solutions GmbH; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

International team environment

Exposure to a wide range of industries

Job summary

VisiConsult X-ray Systems & Solutions GmbH seeks a Field Automation Engineer (m/f/d) – PLC & Robotics to support our customers in the US. You will troubleshoot, commission, and optimize Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs and robotics systems on-site and remotely, collaborating with teams in the US and Germany.

Requirements include a degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering, hands-on PLC/drive experience, and strong English communication.

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 (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 (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.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Robotics

Troubleshooting

Windows

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

English (technical)

Education

Electrical Engineering

Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

LabVIEW

Windows

Job description

VisiConsult X-ray Systems & Solutions GmbH seeks a Field Automation Engineer (m/f/d) – PLC & Robotics to support our customers in the US. You will troubleshoot, commission, and optimize Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs and robotics systems on-site and remotely, collaborating with teams in the US and Germany.

Requirements include a degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering, hands-on PLC/drive experience, and strong English communication.