Startup Engineer

Broetje Automation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime & shift differential

401(k) match

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,

Job summary

Broetje Automation in Savannah, GA, seeks Startup Engineers to contribute to electrical and controls engineering for new equipment. Expect travel to customer sites for commissioning and support, with a focus on Siemens PLC/HMI systems and robotics.

The role requires hands-on automation work, strong problem-solving, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs in a manufacturing setting. Two full-time positions are available with a competitive hourly wage of $34.00–$43.00 per hour plus overtime and

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent in electrical/control/mechatronics or related field.
• 3+ years in industrial automation or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on automation experience.
• Ability to travel to customer sites (50%+).
• Understanding of electrical design, machine control, and robotics basics.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering support for new equipment and system introductions.
• Subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control), system integration and sensors.
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming.
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support.
• Maintain logs and written records of duties performed.

Skills

Electrical design

Robotics knowledge

Programming experience

System integration

Strong communication

Education

BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Technical Certificate or BS with 3+ years industrial automation

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

CNC troubleshooting

IEC61131

Job description

Job Title: Startup Engineer. Position available in: Savanah, GA. Job Type: Full time. Positions Available: 2.

Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 – 43.00/hour, plus overtime & shift differential
• 6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
• 100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability plan & group life insurance program
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
• International travel opportunities (Germany)

Required Education:

• BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics,or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, BS in Computer Science, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools.
• Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience.
• Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience.

Desirable Experience:

• Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
• Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
• Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems

Qualifications:

• Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
• Understanding of PLC programming languages
• Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
• Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc.
• Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
• Experience with aerial platforms and working at heights
• Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbs
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environment
• Must have shift flexibility
• Open to working weekend shifts – (3) 12-hour shifts
• Must be able to travel to customer sites, primarily Charleston, SC and Kinston, NC (50%+ travel expected)

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
• Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
• Maintain logs & written records of duties performed

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