Field Service Controls Engineer - Travel-Heavy Automation

R&E Automated

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Job summary

R&E Automated is seeking a Field Service Controls Engineer to deliver premier controls solutions across automotive, defense, food, entertainment, pharma, and aerospace sectors. You will travel to client sites, install, commission, and debug industrial automation systems, and support production runs.

Ideal candidates bring PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial network experience, with Siemens familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

Experience in controls engineering and industrial automation.
Experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial networks.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills for complex systems.
Self-starting, autonomous mindset with ability to work independently while collaborating with teams.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for on-site training and reporting.

Responsibilities

System Start-Up and Debugging: install, commission, and debug new automation and control systems at client facilities.
Troubleshooting & Optimization: diagnose and resolve electrical, software, and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
Production Support: provide hands-on support during production runs to ensure operation and reliability.
Systems Integration: implement and manage Factory Information Systems (FIS) and Vehicle Scheduling Systems (VSS).
Client Collaboration: serve as primary technical point of contact on-site and communicate with facility management and engineers.