Remote Automation Service Engineer – Field, PLC/HMI

Moventas Wind Ltd

Monroe, Northern (LA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Raute is seeking an Automation Service Engineer to lead installation, commissioning, and optimization of automation equipment across North America. You will program PLC/HMI code, test system performance, and train operators and maintenance staff.

This field-based role requires traveling to customer sites, strong PLC/HMI knowledge, and Beckhoff/Allen-Bradley experience. Applicants should have an electrical engineering background with 4+ years in industrial settings, and a willingness to travel

Qualifications

  • Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent trade experience in control systems and automation software.
  • Strong PLC and HMI understanding, including Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Beckhoff ecosystems.
  • Minimum 4 years in an industrial equipment environment, preferably wood processing machinery.
  • Ability to diagnose and repair complex system issues using hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

  • Lead installation, start-up, commissioning, and optimization of automation equipment.
  • Program and modify PLC/HMI code in collaboration with project engineers.
  • Perform system performance testing and diagnostics to identify improvements.
  • Provide feedback to improve process and controls design for ongoing optimization.
  • Deliver operator and maintenance training for safe, efficient operation.
  • Support customer needs with cross-functional teams and resolve issues.

Skills

PLC & HMI knowhow
Allen-Bradley/Rockwell
Beckhoff TwinCAT
Electrical engineering background
Field service mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Logix Platform
FactoryTalk View
RSLogix/Studio 5000
Beckhoff TwinCAT

Job description

Raute is seeking an Automation Service Engineer to lead installation, commissioning, and optimization of automation equipment across North America. You will program PLC/HMI code, test system performance, and train operators and maintenance staff.

This field-based role requires traveling to customer sites, strong PLC/HMI knowledge, and Beckhoff/Allen-Bradley experience. Applicants should have an electrical engineering background with 4+ years in industrial settings, and a willingness to travel

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