Onsite Controls & Automation Field Engineer

Fives Landis Ltd; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fives Intralogistics Corp. is seeking a Field Engineer to lead on-site commissioning, installation verification, and performance testing of industrial equipment at customer facilities.

The role demands strong electromechanical skills and hands-on experience with automation systems. The Field Engineer will coordinate with commissioning teams, troubleshoot complex issues, and deliver clear site reports while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with industrial equipment commissioning or troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of PLC Rockwell, HMI, SCADA and Industrial PC.
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and process drawings.
• Strong hands-on skills in industrial automation or process equipment.
• Willingness to travel extensively (often 80% + travel) to customer sites.
• Robotics or automated production lines.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in customer environments.
• Proficient in MS Project and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project documentation, specifications, and site conditions to determine scope, timelines, resources, and procedures for on-site activities.
• Plans and executes on-site work activities in coordination with the Commissioning Coordinator or FieldService Manager, including test plans, tool/equipment requirements, and safety protocols.
• Verifies electromechanical installations, configures field buses, PLC/HMI functions, and systems; supports performance demonstrations and contractual testing.
• Analyzes customer site situations, troubleshoots equipment, performs root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions.
• Coordinates with project personnel, subcontractors, customers, and regulatory agencies to ensure activities progress on schedule and within budget.
• Provides technical advice to site teams, resolves problems, and escalates complex issues to engineering or controls groups as needed.
• Prepares and submits detailed site reports, service/inspection feedback, documentation, and updates to management and stakeholders.
• Ensures compliance with safety rules, quality standards, contractual obligations, and Fives procedures during all on-site interventions.
• Travels to customer sites to perform commissioning, maintenance, retrofits, or emergency support.
• Provides on-site training for customer maintenance and operations teams, ensuring proper understanding of equipment operation and troubleshooting techniques.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Industrial automation

PLC Rockwell

HMI

SCADA

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

MS Project

MS Office

Travel 80%+

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell PLC

HMI software

SCADA software

Industrial PC

Job description

Fives Intralogistics Corp. is seeking a Field Engineer to lead on-site commissioning, installation verification, and performance testing of industrial equipment at customer facilities.

The role demands strong electromechanical skills and hands-on experience with automation systems. The Field Engineer will coordinate with commissioning teams, troubleshoot complex issues, and deliver clear site reports while adhering to safety and quality standards.