Lead Commissioning & Controls Engineer – Field Robotics

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC is seeking a Commissioning & Controls Engineer to drive the deployment of custom robotics and automation solutions from our Milwaukee facility to client sites worldwide. The role blends shop-floor debugging with field deployments in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You will lead the commissioning of complex systems, calibrate multi-axis robotics, diagnose PLC logic, and collaborate with mechanical, project management, and shop teams to resolve issues while

Qualifications

• 5+ years field experience in commissioning and integration of custom automation.
• Proficient PLC diagnostics and I/O tracing.
• Ability to read electrical prints and schematics.
• Willing to travel 50–80% across North America.
• Must reside within daily commuting distance of the Greater Milwaukee area; US citizen or green card holder; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal commissioning, live-wire debugging, and I/O validation.
• Calibrate multi-axis robotics and EOAT checks.
• Troubleshoot PLC logic, servo drives, vision systems, pneumatics.
• Manage onsite equipment installations and field run-offs.
• Coordinate with design, PMs and shop teams to resolve issues.
• Track testing hours and submit progress logs to stakeholders.

Skills

Field Experience

PLC Diagnostics

Print Reading

Travel 50-80%

US Citizenship or Green Card

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Robotics Engineering Degree

Tools

Studio 5000 (Allen-Bradley)

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC is seeking a Commissioning & Controls Engineer to drive the deployment of custom robotics and automation solutions from our Milwaukee facility to client sites worldwide. The role blends shop-floor debugging with field deployments in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You will lead the commissioning of complex systems, calibrate multi-axis robotics, diagnose PLC logic, and collaborate with mechanical, project management, and shop teams to resolve issues while