responsible for the setup, configuration, interfacing, and sometimes, the integration of the complete automated warehouse system interface with Warehouse Control Systems and integrate them into the customer’s IT systems
responsible for the complete commissioning process (preparation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, Go Live, reporting and signoff)
responsible for PLC software configuration and live testing
work on electrical, mechanical, PLCs configuration, communication protocols, sensors & instrumentation, and safety devices
work at a variety of customer sites, including cold storage facilities and at heights (walking in a rack at different levels, but always with the appropriate safety gear/measures)
act as a commissioning expert, supporting on-site and remote troubleshooting during commissioning, go-live, and when assisting Service Engineers during aftersales interventions
create and deliver comprehensive reports and technical procedures upon project completion
identify and solve technical challenges, providing recommendations for system optimization
train the integrators, customer’s maintenance and operative staff
share technical expertise with team members and participate in continuous training and skill development
identify and report commercial Service opportunities at current clients to management
You're flexible to shift the business weekdays, for instance from time to time to work from Friday to Tuesday, having Wednesdays and Thursday off. That at least for the next 6 months, afterwards we could discuss if is still necessary or not.
Requirements
Technical Experience with installing/commissioning automated systems, ideally in the material handling/automation/robotics field
Strong working knowledge of electromechanical, robotic, and automated systems
Ideally you have experience with PLC programming, VFD configuration and/or conveyor systems
Bachelor’s degree in the field of Engineering, ideally Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics, or Controls Engineering is required
Affinity with programming languages and command line terminal is preferred
You either live in commutable distance to our office in Romeoville, IL, in Northwestern Indiana, or in Indianapolis, IN
You’re willing and able to travel to project sites across the USA and Canada consistently; your travel percentage averages 90%
Benefits
20 days PTO
5 days paid sick leave
11 US paid holidays
Medical (currently BlueCross BlueShield), Dental and Vision Insurance, including Family coverage, all currently 90% Company paid
Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401K with employer match, currently 4%
Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
PLC programmingVFD configurationautomated systems installationelectromechanical systemsrobotic systemscommunication protocolssensorsinstrumentationsafety devicessystem optimization