Field-Based Senior Project Engineer - Industrial Automation

Energy Drive; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Drive Systems is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to lead technically complex projects across North America. You will own the delivery from design reviews through commissioning, FAT/SAT and client handover on site.

The role requires 10+ years in heavy industrial projects, a background in Electrical Engineering/Automation/Mechatronics, and strong MV/LV and VFD expertise. Travel across North America is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience delivering heavy industrial engineering projects.
• Background in Electrical Engineering, Automation or Mechatronics.
• Strong knowledge of MV/LV electrical systems and VFDs.
• Experience with industrial automation platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, ABB).
• Commissioning and troubleshooting experience in live industrial environments.
• Fluency in English; willingness to travel across North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of projects involving MV/LV electrical systems and VFDs.
• Oversee PLC/SCADA implementation, energy optimisation and process improvements.
• Manage FAT/SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting and client handover.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient delivery.
• Maintain high engineering standards and project documentation.
• Travel across North America, mainly mid-west, for site work.

Skills

10+ years experience

Field delivery

English fluency

Energy efficiency projects

Project leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering

Automation

Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Schneider

ABB

PLC/SCADA

Job description

Energy Drive Systems is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to lead technically complex projects across North America. You will own the delivery from design reviews through commissioning, FAT/SAT and client handover on site.

The role requires 10+ years in heavy industrial projects, a background in Electrical Engineering/Automation/Mechatronics, and strong MV/LV and VFD expertise. Travel across North America is expected.