Packaging Automation Engineer - PLC/HMI, Field Tech, Travel

Aurora Organic Dairy; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy manufacturer is seeking a technical services professional responsible for high quality support and maintenance for packaging equipment across the U.S. This role includes installation, troubleshooting, and training in a fast-paced environment, requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have strong skills in electrical and mechanical systems, automation knowledge, and be customer oriented. Up to 50% travel is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance.
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming.
• Customer service focus and genuine interest in techniques.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of packaging equipment.
• Troubleshooting and fault-finding services on site.
• Conducting operator and mechanics training.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Pneumatic maintenance

Automation knowledge

Programming skills on Siemens Tia Portal

Customer orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A leading dairy manufacturer is seeking a technical services professional responsible for high quality support and maintenance for packaging equipment across the U.S. This role includes installation, troubleshooting, and training in a fast-paced environment, requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have strong skills in electrical and mechanical systems, automation knowledge, and be customer oriented. Up to 50% travel is required.