Field Robotics Commissioning Engineer - 50-80% Travel

Ridgemont Resources, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits package

Hybrid work model

Family-owned culture

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. is seeking a Commissioning & Controls Engineer for custom robotics and automation in the Greater Milwaukee area.

The role features 50‑80% travel to client sites and a blended hybrid work model combining shop floor debugging with field deployments. You will lead equipment readiness, calibrate robotic cells, diagnose PLCs and drives, and support global deployments while collaborating with design, project management, and build teams.

Qualifications

• Verifiable field experience in commissioning and integrating automated machinery.
• Proficient in PLC diagnostics and troubleshooting (Rockwell/Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal).
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics and prints.
• Willingness to travel 50% to 80% across North America and some international sites.
• Must reside within daily commuting distance of Greater Milwaukee area and have work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Lead Equipment Readiness: direct internal commissioning, live‑wire debug, and I/O validation before shop floor release.
• Robotic & Cell Calibration: calibrate multi‑axis robotic platforms, configure EOAT, and ensure communication networks.
• Hands‑On Diagnostics: perform real‑time troubleshooting of PLCs, servo drives, vision, and safety interlocks.
• Customer Field Deployments: supervise onsite installations and run‑offs, training customer personnel.
• Cross‑Functional Interface: collaborate with mechanical design, project managers, and shop teams.
• Project Administrative Discipline: track test hours, manage open issues, and file progress logs.

Skills

Field experience

Robotics commissioning

PLC diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Education

AS/BS in Electrical/Mechatronics/Robotics

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. is seeking a Commissioning & Controls Engineer for custom robotics and automation in the Greater Milwaukee area.

The role features 50‑80% travel to client sites and a blended hybrid work model combining shop floor debugging with field deployments. You will lead equipment readiness, calibrate robotic cells, diagnose PLCs and drives, and support global deployments while collaborating with design, project management, and build teams.