Field Service Controls Engineer - Life Science Division

Atc Automation•Algood, TN

56d

About The Position

We're seeking a Field Service Controls Engineer to support automated systems in the Life Science industry. This position will be based out of Cookeville, TN, however local and worldwide travel will be required. This role also includes troubleshooting and providing field service for these systems. You will work on innovative automation projects, tackling complex challenges for a variety of industries. This is your chance to apply technical expertise, collaborate with talented professionals, and deliver impactful solutions that drive customer success and push the automation industry forward. About ATC Automation Since 1977, ATC Automation has been a trusted leader in designing and building custom automation solutions. From concept to commissioning, we partner with some of the world's top brands to deliver precision-engineered machinery that improves efficiency, reliability, and performance. Our expertise spans industries that shape the way we live and move-Life Sciences, Transportation, Consumer Products, and General Industry.

Requirements

BS/BA in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years in a related engineering role.
Life Science equipment and validation familiarity.
Local and Worldwide travel required up to 75%.
PLC : Allen Bradley (Logix/Studio 5000), Siemens (Step 7, TIA Portal)
HMI : Allen Bradley, Siemens
Robotics : Fanuc, Epson
Networking : Ethernet, Ethernet IP, Profinet, IO Link, Ethercat
Motion Control : AB, Siemens, IAI, Festo, B&R, etc.
Vision Systems : Cognex, Keyence

Nice To Haves

PLC : Omron, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Beckhoff
HMI : Omron, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Proface
Robotics : Kuka, Yaskawa, Denso, Staubli
Testing/Monitoring : Force (Kistler, SigPOD), Leak Testing (CTS, Cosmo, etc.)
Database Tools : Ignition, FTTM, SQL
Experience in mechanical and electrical skills.

Responsibilities

Travel to customer sites, planned and unplanned, for support, troubleshooting, repair, etc.
Make necessary adjustments to bring equipment up to running status.
Provide remote support through various means of connectivity.
Create, read, and troubleshoot pneumatic and electrical drawings and bills of material using AutoCAD Electrical.
Robot programming and path editing to restore, maintain, or optimize system performance.
Develop advanced programs to control devices and machines.
Perform electrical testing with a multimeter.
Apply proper wiring practices to ensure safe, reliable systems.
Design ladder logic and machine controls with strong proficiency in related software.
Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define machine performance requirements.
Maintain a thorough understanding of electrical and pneumatic devices.
Mentor and support less experienced engineers to build team capability.