Senior Commissioning & Controls Engineer

About the role

The Senior Commissioning & Controls Engineer supports the installation, commissioning and ongoing technical support of large-scale production equipment across the United States. This role focuses on troubleshooting complex systems, working directly with customers, and ensuring machinery performs as intended.

Responsibilities

• Commission new industrial machinery at customer manufacturing facilities.
• Perform troubleshooting and fault diagnosis on PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs and drive systems.
• Support production ramp-up and resolve commissioning issues.
• Carry out preventive and corrective service activities.
• Analyse alarms, machine behavior and control system diagnostics.
• Provide technical assistance to customer maintenance teams and production personnel.
• Work closely with engineering teams in Europe to resolve complex technical issues.
• Prepare clear service reports and technical documentation.
• Occasionally support minor PLC or HMI software modifications where required.

Requirements

• Approximately 5+ years' experience in industrial automation, commissioning or controls engineering.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with PLC-based automation systems.
• Experience with at least two of the following technologies: Omron PLCs (CX-One / CX-Programmer), Yaskawa V1000 Drives, Pro-face / Schneider Electric HMIs.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP or Modbus.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and diagnose machine faults.
• Strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.

Skills

• Industrial machinery commissioning.
• Machinery installation and commissioning.
• Technical problem-solving.
• Customer-facing engineering roles.
• Machine safety standards.
• Field service experience.

Benefits

• Base salary between $90,000 and $120,000, depending on experience.
• Remote-based position when not travelling.
• Approximately 70-90% travel, primarily throughout the Midwest.
• Comprehensive product training in Italy and the United States.
• Travel expenses, meal allowance/per diem and accommodation provided while travelling.
• Opportunity to become one of the lead technical specialists supporting North American operations as the business continues to expand.
• Long-term career progression into senior technical leadership and mentoring responsibilities.