Field Robotics Commissioning Engineer (50-80% Travel)

R.L. Barclay & Associates; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

R.L. Barclay & Associates in the Milwaukee area is seeking a Commissioning & Controls Engineer for custom robotics and automation with 50–80% travel. The role blends internal shop-floor debugging with field deployments, offering up to $59/hour base plus overtime potential.

Expect to lead equipment readiness, calibrate robotic cells, and perform real-time diagnostics across PLCs, servos, and vision systems while collaborating closely with mechanical, project, and build teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years field proven experience in commissioning and integrating custom automated machinery.
• PLC and controls diagnostics experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 and Siemens TIA Portal.
• Ability to read complex electrical layouts and mechanical drawings.
• Willingness to travel 50–80% to North American sites and some international trips.
• Must reside within commuting distance of the Greater Milwaukee area; U.S. citizen or green card holder.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment readiness: direct commissioning, live-wire debugging, and I/O validation before shop floor release.
• Robotic & cell calibration: calibrate multi-axis platforms, EOAT checks, and network setups.
• Hands-on diagnostics: troubleshoot PLC logic, servo drives, vision systems, pneumatics, and safety interlocks.
• Customer field deployments: lead onsite installations and train customer staff.
• Cross-functional interface: coordinate with design engineers, project managers, and shop floor teams to isolate issues.
• Project administration: track testing hours and submit field progress logs.

Skills

Field experience

PLC diagnostics

Schematic literacy

Travel readiness

US citizen/Green Card

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Electrical/Mechanical/Robotics/Automation

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

R.L. Barclay & Associates in the Milwaukee area is seeking a Commissioning & Controls Engineer for custom robotics and automation with 50–80% travel. The role blends internal shop-floor debugging with field deployments, offering up to $59/hour base plus overtime potential.

Expect to lead equipment readiness, calibrate robotic cells, and perform real-time diagnostics across PLCs, servos, and vision systems while collaborating closely with mechanical, project, and build teams.