Commissioning Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Establish, configure, interface, and occasionally integrate complete automated warehouse system connections with Warehouse Control Systems and client IT infrastructures.

• Complete the commissioning process, which encompasses preparation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, go-live, reporting, and signoff.

• Configure PLC software and conduct live testing.

• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical systems, PLC configuration, communication protocols, sensors and instrumentation, as well as safety devices.

• Operate at client locations, including cold storage facilities and elevated rack levels.

• Offer commissioning expertise and support for on-site and remote troubleshooting during the commissioning phase, go-live events, and post-sales interventions.

• Develop and present thorough reports and technical documentation following project completion.

• Identify and resolve technical issues while recommending system enhancements.

• Provide training to integrators and customer maintenance and operations personnel.

• Share technical knowledge with team members and engage in ongoing training and skill enhancement.

• Recognize and communicate commercial service opportunities at existing clients to management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in installing and commissioning automated systems, preferably in material handling, automation, or robotics.

• Solid understanding of electromechanical, robotic, and automated systems.

• Experience with PLC programming, VFD configuration, and/or conveyor systems is highly desirable.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics, or Controls Engineering, is required.

• A preference for familiarity with programming languages and command line terminals.

• Must reside within commuting distance of the Romeoville, IL office, Northwestern Indiana, or Indianapolis, IN.

• Must be willing and able to travel regularly to project locations across the USA and Canada, with an average travel commitment of 75% to 90%.

• Typically available Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend or evening work as needed.

• Ability to collaborate with international team members during overlapping morning hours.

• Flexibility to work varying hours based on the assigned project site.

• Capability to work at customer locations, including cold storage facilities and at heights, utilizing appropriate safety measures and gear.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid sick leave

• 11 paid holidays in the US

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including family coverage, with 90% of the cost covered by the company.

• Company-funded short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Company-funded life insurance.

• Company-funded accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

• 401K plan with an employer match of 4%.

• Partial tuition reimbursement available after 12 months of service.