Controls Commissioning Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• System Commissioning
• Validate I/O, perform system testing, and fine-tune configurations for optimal performance.
• Equipment Integration & Troubleshooting
• Commission and optimize Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to ensure precise motor control in automation applications.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial network switches to guarantee robust system connectivity.
• Commission sortation systems to ensure proper sequencing and throughput optimization.
• Troubleshoot and maintain distributed I/O blocks, ensuring reliable communication across system networks.
• HMI/SCADA & PLC Expertise
• Commission and integrate HMI/SCADA solutions that provide real-time operational insights and control.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLC systems (including ControlLogix and CompactLogix) and interfacing with HMI platforms, including FactoryTalk, Aveva Edge, Ignition, and legacy systems.
• Electrical Schematics & System Diagnostics
• Read, interpret, and utilize electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve system issues quickly.
• Track and document as-built changes to electrical schematics to ensure modifications during commissioning are precisely recorded and maintained.

Qualifications & Skills

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Technical Expertise
• Proven expertise in commissioning and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems, with in-depth knowledge of Rockwell Automation’s Allen-Bradley platforms (e.g., ControlLogix, CompactLogix).
• Extensive experience with HMI/SCADA systems, including modern platforms such as FactoryTalk, Aveva Edge, and Ignition as well as legacy HMI interfaces.
• Strong background in troubleshooting distributed I/O blocks, commissioning of VFDs, and industrial network switches.
• Proven experience in commissioning sortation systems to maximize efficiency and throughput.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and track as-built changes for ongoing system maintenance.
• Operational Skills
• Excellent troubleshooting abilities, capable of diagnosing and resolving complex issues across hardware, software, and networking domains.
• Exceptional communication skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.