Field Commissioning Engineer - Warehouse Robotics & Automation

Role Summary

As a Field Commissioning Engineer, you'll bring Exotec's robotics and automation systems to life at client warehouse locations. This is a high-travel position, but ideal for those who love solving real engineering challenges in real-world environments. You'll gain broad technical experience, helping design and refine test plans rather than just executing them.

Responsibilities

• Manage the integration of Exotec products and third-party systems on customer warehouse, distribution, and fulfillment sites
• Participate in the commissioning process to ensure system functionality and reliability
• Plan, coordinate, and execute system validation tests—including defining and refining test plans
• Measure, improve, and maintain the reliability of the full solution throughout deployment phases
• Coordinate and implement software configurations and improvements to deployed systems
• Communicate directly with customers to assess and fulfill their needs and requirements
• Provide clear updates and documentation through Exotec's internal tools, including coordination with the Atlanta-based team
• Support on-site interactions with clients, including de-escalating challenging or time-sensitive situations
• Inform operational teams on project progress and risks

Requirements

• At least 1 year of commissioning robotic systems and/or equipment, ideally in industrial automation, material handling, warehousing, or logistics
• Demonstrated experience with frequent travel (e.g., field service, commissioning, consulting, construction, or similar roles)
• BS degree in mechatronics, robotics, mechanical, or electrical engineering (or related field)
• Broad working knowledge across software, mechanical, and electrical engineering, with the ability to perform both hands-on troubleshooting and software configuration
• Clear, professional communication skills, including the ability to manage on-site client interactions and de-escalate as needed
• Ability to work within internal systems and tools for documentation, notes, coordination, collaborate with off-site team members, etc.
• Comfort and openness with regular travel (up to 100% of working hours)
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job: Use and manipulation of standard hand tools, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, use and operation of lifts with a manufacturer-rated capacity of 250 lbs, including tools and equipment (approximately 30 lbs), stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to access and repair equipment at ground level, working on overhead equipment, including extended reaching and manual dexterity

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (reading and minor edits)
• Familiarity with Python, Node-RED, or Linux
• Experience with Git/GitHub
• Prior work on complex automation or robotics systems
• Experience contributing to the creation of test plans or validation procedures

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, inclusive of salary and annual bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous vacation and time off policy
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%
• Continuous opportunities for training and development within a growing, international company
• Regular company-hosted teambuilding, training and social events