Automation Field Engineer

Suburban Enterprises•Appleton, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Field Engineer is responsible for deploying, commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting industrial automation and control systems at customer facilities. This role serves as the technical liaison between engineering, project management, field personnel, and the customer, providing hands-on support throughout equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and ongoing system operation. The Automation Field Engineer helps ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and customer requirements.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical, controls, automation, instrumentation, or electromechanical systems.
Extensive experience troubleshooting industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and motor controls.
Experience programming and troubleshooting Rockwell PLCs and HMIs.
Experience reading, interpreting, and modifying electrical control schematics and control panel layouts using AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Electrical.
Proficient with standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office, email, internet browsers, and basic file management.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with industrial electrical standards such as NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A for on-site modifications.
Understanding of industrial networking (Ethernet and Serial), concepts for troubleshooting plant communications.
Direct service or maintenance experience within the food, beverage, or paper industries.
Experience diagnosing or modifying Siemens PLCs and HMIs in addition to Rockwell.

Responsibilities

Design & Documentation: Create detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using AutoCAD Electrical.
Installation & Wiring: Oversee or perform physical electrical installation, panel wiring, and hardware setup for industrial control systems.
Programming & Commissioning: Program, test, and commission industrial automation systems—including PLCs, HMIs, and AC/DC drives—both in-house and on-site.
Troubleshooting & Technical Support: Perform advanced system troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve complex issues with automation controls, machinery, and electrical hardware.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure all designs, panel builds, and wiring comply with relevant electrical and safety standards (e.g., NFPA 79, NEC, ISO 13849).
Customer & Technical Support: Provide high-level technical support and guidance to internal department technicians and external customers.