Industrial Automation Commissioning Specialist

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Weekly pay

PTO & holidays & education

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. (KE) is seeking an automation and electrical commissioning professional to support KE’s Automation and Electrical teams.

You will execute commissioning, system validation, and industrial networking activities across complex projects, ensuring accurate, reliable systems with minimal rework while coordinating with project teams. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering startup readiness.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of control systems, field instrumentation, and electrical fundamentals.
• Hands‑on experience with I/O checkout, commissioning, and system startup.
• Basic PLC configuration and troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience with IP addressing, industrial networking, and device integration.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, loop drawings, and network diagrams.
• Experience with Ethernet switches, gateways, and distributed I/O systems.
• Willingness to travel extensively (50%+) and work extended hours during commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

• Perform I/O checkout, loop verification, and wiring validation for field devices and control systems.
• Assist with control panel checkout and support commissioning and startup activities onsite.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system, device, and network issues during commissioning.
• Support basic PLC configuration and startup using platforms such as Allen‑Bradley and Siemens.
• Configure and integrate automation devices including VFDs, motor starters, remote I/O, and control panels.
• Install, configure, and test network‑connected devices and industrial communication systems (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP).
• Support IP addressing, network setup, and communication path verification.
• Work with Ethernet switches, fiber optic systems, and structured cabling infrastructure.
• Configure and commission IO‑Link devices, masters, and gateways per project requirements.
• Document commissioning activities including test results, deficiencies, and system configurations.
• Communicate progress and coordinate with engineers, project managers, electricians, and contractors.
• Ensure all work meets safety standards, project specifications, and quality expectations.

Skills

Industrial automation

Controls

Electrical fundamentals

I/O checkout

PLC basics (Allen‑Bradley/Siemens)

Industrial networking

Schematic reading

Field travel 50%+

Team coordination

Job description

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. (KE) is seeking an automation and electrical commissioning professional to support KE’s Automation and Electrical teams.

You will execute commissioning, system validation, and industrial networking activities across complex projects, ensuring accurate, reliable systems with minimal rework while coordinating with project teams. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering startup readiness.