Field Commissioning Engineer — Conveyor Automation

On Mission Resources; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

On Mission Resources is seeking entry-level Controls Commissioning Engineers to commission, test, and verify new conveyor automation systems across the United States. This role provides hands-on field experience and mentorship for a career in automation.

Expect 75–80% travel with a flexible home base. A strong launchpad into broader automation roles includes controls design, panel design, and power distribution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent commissioning experience.
• 1–3 years’ experience in automation, controls design, or I/O checkout.
• Working knowledge of electrical/controls engineering principles and codes; strong electrical aptitude.
• VFD exposure (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider) a plus.
• PLC exposure (Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Modicon, Siemens S7) a plus.
• HMI exposure (Rockwell, Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Debug a variety of automation systems and perform system/I/O checkout.
• Support controls and PLC checkout; execute system performance testing.
• Lead small teams of commissioning engineers in the field.
• Verify and validate engineered systems against design and customer specifications.
• Interface with clients and subcontractors; resolve issues to successful closure.
• Design pre-punched enclosures and subpanels using AutoCAD.
• Create and maintain the project “workbook”; pre-check electrical drawings for accuracy/completeness and UL requirements before installation and material orders.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Autodesk AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

On Mission Resources is seeking entry-level Controls Commissioning Engineers to commission, test, and verify new conveyor automation systems across the United States. This role provides hands-on field experience and mentorship for a career in automation.

Expect 75–80% travel with a flexible home base. A strong launchpad into broader automation roles includes controls design, panel design, and power distribution.