Field Service Engineer || PLC Programming

Horizons is looking for a Field Services Engineer with strong background in PLC Programming and automated systems to join one of our international clients, a key player in the Automation Machinery Manufacturing industry.

Their expertise focused on automated feeding, mixing and dosing systems engineered, installed and maintained for Lithium-Ion Battery manufacturing among other applications.

This position plays a key role in supporting directly their clients on-site across US to reach the highest level of satisfaction of the costumers.

Location & Contract

• Full-remote. Travel across US to costumer's site required.
• Permanent full-time opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Own installation of industrial controls at customer site for duration of project.
• Summarise project issues and corrective measures.
• Design review, install, train, troubleshoot and service PLC programs, electric cabinets and distributed control systems with high and low voltage components, sensors, motors and motor controllers at customers sites.
• Use standard and advanced electrical troubleshooting equipment.
• Review, assemble, optimise and troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems.
• Participate in the selection of contractors and review the materials they submit.
• Responsible for confirming utilities.
• Maintain schedule of electrical and controls installation according to the project plan and schedule, independently resolve abnormal situations to ensure the progress of construction.
• Responsible for quality supervision and management of electrical and controls installation during the construction process, ensuring that the engineering quality meets design requirements, quality standards, and contract requirements.
• Able to review and select appropriate temperature, pressure, vibration, flow, and other sensors ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with necessary regulations and requirements for customers and commercial spaces in all electrical designs and installations.
• Responsible for driving customer acceptance work, driving corrective actions during the acceptance process, and providing operation and maintenance training to customers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, service engineers, project managers, customers, inspectors and technicians to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers, customers and technicians as needed.

Qualification & Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in PLC（preferably with Siemens TIA software) and HM (preferably with Siemens or GP-Pro EX or EasyBuilder Pro software) programming and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with electrical troubleshooting in distributed control systems.
• Proficiency in selecting, configuring, and troubleshooting various types of process sensors.
• Experience with NEC and UL requirements for commercial spaces is a plus.
• Experience with CAD and E-plan software for electrical design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Highly motivated with a proactive approach to work and project ownership.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to walk, bend, climb stairs, climb ladders, sit, stand and work at a computer for extended periods, safely navigate a construction site and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Travel as needed (up to 90%) primarily in North America and occasionally internationally to service customers, attend training and participate in system commissioning.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, S7, EIP).
• Experience with SCADA systems (WINCC, Ignition).