Field Commissioning Engineer - Warehouse Robotics & Automation

Exotec; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Generous vacation policy

Team events

Job summary

Exotec is seeking a Field Commissioning Engineer to bring robotic and automation systems to life at customer warehouse sites. This travel-intensive role involves hands-on integration, testing, and on-site client collaboration to ensure successful system launches and ongoing reliability.

You will work with robotic hardware, software, and third‑party equipment, contributing to test plans, troubleshooting, and documentation while coordinating with the Atlanta team and clients across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechatronics, robotics, mechanical, or electrical).
• Experience with commissioning robotic systems or industrial automation is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and on-site client interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of Exotec products with third-party systems at customer warehouses.
• Participate in the commissioning process to ensure system function and reliability.
• Plan and execute system validation tests and refine test plans.
• Maintain system performance and reliability across deployment phases.
• Coordinate software configurations on deployed systems and document progress.

Skills

Clear communication

Willingness to travel

Hands-on troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

BS in mechatronics/robotics/mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Python

Node-RED

Linux

Git/GitHub

Job description

Exotec designs elegant, plug-and-play, and reliable end-to-end warehouse robotics solutions. As a leading original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and integrator, we support some of the world's most iconic brands in their transition to automation. We're proud to design technology that doesn't just redefine intralogistics, it also makes warehouses safer, faster, more efficient, and less physically demanding for the people working inside them.

Why This Role Matters

As a Field Commissioning Engineer, you'll be the boots on the ground bringing Exotec's robotics and automation systems to life at our client warehouse locations. It's a high-travel position (our engineers are on-site generally 3 weeks out of each month), but an ideal role for individuals who love solving real engineering challenges in real-world environments.

Working hands‑on with robotics, hardware, software, programming tools, and third‑party industrial equipment, you'll gain broad technical experience quickly. Unlike other "engineering" roles in the industry, this is a true engineering position where you help design and refine test plans—not just execute them. The work is varied, collaborative, and directly tied to the success of each system launch.

What You'll Do

• Manage the integration of Exotec products and third‑party systems on customer warehouse, distribution, and fulfillment sites
• Actively participate in the commissioning process to ensure system functionality and reliability
• Plan, coordinate, and execute system validation tests—including defining and refining test plans
• Measure, improve, and maintain the reliability of the full solution throughout deployment phases
• Coordinate and implement software configurations and improvements to deployed systems
• Troubleshoot across software, mechanical, electrical, and networking layers
• Communicate directly with customers to assess and fulfill their needs and requirements
• Provide clear updates and documentation through Exotec's internal tools, including coordination with the Atlanta‑based team
• Support on‑site interactions with clients, including de‑escalating challenging or time‑sensitive situations
• Inform operational teams on project progress and risks

Requirements

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders to help us build a truly inclusive environment. If you don't meet every requirement listed below, don't worry—your skills and experiences may still make you a great fit

• At least 1 year of commissioning robotic systems and/or equipment, ideally in industrial automation, material handling, warehousing, or logistics
• Demonstrated experience with frequent travel (e.g., field service, commissioning, consulting, construction, or similar roles)
• BS degree in mechatronics, robotics, mechanical, or electrical engineering (or related field)
• Broad working knowledge across software, mechanical, and electrical engineering, with the ability to perform both hands‑on troubleshooting and software configuration
• Clear, professional communication skills, including the ability to manage on‑site client interactions and de‑escalate as needed
• Ability to work within internal systems and tools for documentation, notes, coordination, collaborate with off‑site team members, etc.
• Comfort and openness with regular travel (up to 100% of working hours)
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job:
  • Use and manipulation of standard hand tools
  • Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Working from heights of up to 50 ft
  • Use and operation of lifts with a manufacturer‑rated capacity of 250 lbs, including tools and equipment (approximately 30 lbs)
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to access and repair equipment at ground level
  • Working on overhead equipment, including extended reaching and manual dexterity

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (reading and minor edits)
• Familiarity with Python, Node‑RED, or Linux
• Experience with Git/GitHub
• Prior work on complex automation or robotics systems
• Experience contributing to the creation of test plans or validation procedures

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, inclusive of salary and annual bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous vacation and time off policy
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%
• Continuous opportunities for training and development within a growing, international company
• Regular company‑hosted teambuilding, training and social events