PLC Commissioner

WITRON Group; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Bonuses

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

WITRON Group in Arlington Heights, IL seeks a PLC Commissioner to lead commissioning, programming, testing and optimization of PLC‑controlled material handling systems. You will collaborate with global engineering and onsite teams to ensure peak performance, reliability and customer satisfaction while traveling frequently across the US and beyond.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in electrical controls and industrial automation, PLC programming, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or closely related field.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical control systems.
• Ability to travel frequently within the US, Canada, and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Lead startup and commissioning activities for PLC‑controlled equipment.
• Modify, maintain, repair electronics equipment and systems.
• Design, program, test, and resolve faults for PLC‑related architecture for automated material handling applications.
• Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
• Work with onsite teams to identify and resolve equipment issues.

Skills

Electrical controls

Industrial automation

PLC programming

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

VFD drives

Job description

The PLC Commissioner serves as the primary controls and automation expert supporting WITRON's proprietary automated material handling systems. This role is responsible for commissioning, programming, testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing PLC-controlled equipment to ensure peak system performance and reliability. Working closely with global engineering teams and onsite service personnel, the PLC Commissioner leads startup and commissioning activities, resolves complex controls issues, and supports customers throughout the US. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in electrical controls, mechanical, industrial automation, and troubleshooting, along with a passion for solving complex technical challenges. While PLC programming is a key aspect of the role, expertise in WITRON's unique machine design, controls architecture, and programming standards is developed through hands‑on training and experience. Success in this position requires a willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate with global teams while supporting system installations, upgrades, and operational excellence through extensive travel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Modify, maintain, repair electronics equipment and systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electronic components or systems.
• Design, program, test, and resolve faults for PLC‑related architecture for automated material handling applications.
• Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
• Work with onsite teams to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Travel extensively in support of onsite teams.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or closely related field
• Basic knowledge of industrial automation
• Complex problem solving and deductive reasoning
• Knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens knowledge is a plus)
• Understanding of electrical motors, servo motors, and VFD/Servo drives
• Basic knowledge of AC and DC control systems
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and drawings (experience with AutoCAD is a plus)
• Experience in troubleshooting electrical control systems
• Work effectively in a team and individual setting
• Comfortable working at heights
• Previous electrical experience
• Availability to travel frequently to various locations in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Why WITRON

• Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of technology with WITRON's advanced automated material handling system.
• Continuous Growth: Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement with ample opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: WITRON values employees and strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer three (3) bonus opportunities, comprehensive health benefits. We offer company paid Basic Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability Insurance. We offer a great 401(k) match, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and much more!

Join WITRON and be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation logistics!

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

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We are there for one another and as a company we strive to always become better. You can look forward to being part of a great team environment.

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Employees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.

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Top Equipment

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Corporate Culture

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