Field Service Controls Engineer – Travel-Heavy Automation

Energy Jobline ZR; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

R&E Automated Systems in Atlanta, GA seeks a Field Service Controls Engineer to install, commission, and service industrial automation systems across automotive, defense, and pharma sectors. This hands-on role travels to client sites, leading start-up, debugging, and integration efforts with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks.

You will work independently yet coordinate with on-site teams. The ideal candidate has proven controls engineering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the

Qualifications

• Experience in controls engineering and industrial automation.
• Proficiency with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial networks; Siemens experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills for on-site collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead system start-up, commissioning, and debugging of new automation systems at client sites.
• Troubleshoot and optimize electrical, software, and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Provide hands-on production support to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Integrate and manage Factory Information Systems (FIS) and Vehicle Scheduling Systems (VSS).
• Serve as the on-site technical contact with facility management and engineering teams.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial networks

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

Siemens

Job description

R&E Automated Systems in Atlanta, GA seeks a Field Service Controls Engineer to install, commission, and service industrial automation systems across automotive, defense, and pharma sectors. This hands-on role travels to client sites, leading start-up, debugging, and integration efforts with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks.

You will work independently yet coordinate with on-site teams. The ideal candidate has proven controls engineering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the