AGV Commissioning Engineer or Technician

Job Description

The AGV Commissioning Engineer is responsible for executing both in-house (factory) commissioning and on-site deployment commissioning of Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) systems, ensuring a seamless transition from build to full operational readiness at customer sites. This role ensures system configuration, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, as well as system integration with fleet management systems, site infrastructure and optimization under real conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform system bring-up, configuration, and validation in a controlled factory environment
• Debug mechanical, electrical, and software issues prior to shipment
• Configure PLCs, safety systems, and Linux-based IPCs
• Set up and troubleshoot WLAN and industrial network connectivity
• Execute navigation setup, including SLAM-based mapping, calibration, and optimization
• Evaluate and ensure stability of LiDAR-based localization and navigation performance
• Integrate and configure external I/O systems for building and process interfaces
• Plan, coordinate, and independently execute installation and commissioning activities at site
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) in alignment with customer requirements
• Optimize system performance to achieve stable, production-level operation under real conditions
• Train customer teams on system operation, basic troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance

Qualifications

• Technical Requirements:
• Degree or technician qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable field
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering, including schematics, EPLAN, I/O testing, and structured troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems and typical failure modes in automated equipment
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, industrial communication networks and Linux-based systems
• Working knowledge of IT/networking fundamentals (WLAN setup, IP configuration, network diagnostics)
• Familiarity with mobile robotics and navigation technologies, preferably LiDAR-based SLAM
• Personal Competencies:
• Structured, self-driven, and results-oriented working style
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability under real-world constraints
• Cheap confident and professional communication in customer-facing environments
• High level of ownership, adaptability, and organizational effectiveness in dynamic project settings
• Experience (Recommended):
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in commissioning industrial machines or automated systems
• Prior experience in AGV/AMR systems, intralogistics, or mobile robotics strongly preferred
• Exposure to FAT/SAT execution and customer site deployments is a plus

General Conditions

• Willingness to travel domestically & internationally (could be > 50%, depending on project phase)
• Perform hands-on field work, including physical activities (e.g., sensor setup, alignment work, tape/marker installation for navigation systems)