Global Field Engineer – Automation, PLCs & HV Panels

Mindscope; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily travel per diem

Comprehensive benefits package

Direct reporting to CEO

Job summary

Mindscope is seeking a Field Commissioning Engineer to lead end-to-end commissioning of automation, PLCs, and high-voltage panels in the Menomonee Falls, WI area. The role includes FAT/SAT execution, PLC/HMI firmware work, and direct collaboration with the CEO to drive capital machinery from testing to live handoffs.

Expect 40–70 travel days per year, a base salary up to $80,000, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in servicing, commissioning, or troubleshooting multi-axis automated machinery or capital equipment.
• Strong ability to read electrical/mechanical prints and trace signal paths.
• Willingness to travel 40 to 70 days per year with a valid US passport.
• Own a complete electro-mechanical toolset and handle heavy machinery installations.
• Clear, professional communication with plant managers and client engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead FAT on the shop floor and SAT at customer facilities worldwide.
• Troubleshoot high-voltage control panels, motors, and sensors.
• Perform PLC/HMI software downloads and parameter adjustments during assembly and commissioning.
• Provide remote technical support and train operators at customer sites.
• Submit Engineering Change Requests to improve machine designs and address bottlenecks.
• Oversee technical setup and teardown for live machinery at major trade shows.

Skills

Industrial service depth

Electrical schematics reading

Global travel readiness

Toolset ownership

Customer engagement

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

Mindscope is seeking a Field Commissioning Engineer to lead end-to-end commissioning of automation, PLCs, and high-voltage panels in the Menomonee Falls, WI area. The role includes FAT/SAT execution, PLC/HMI firmware work, and direct collaboration with the CEO to drive capital machinery from testing to live handoffs.

Expect 40–70 travel days per year, a base salary up to $80,000, and a comprehensive benefits package.