Field Engineer - Controls & PLC

  • Trafford, AL
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 1 day ago

Overview

On Site
$65,000 - $100,000
Full Time
50% Travel

Skills

PLC programming and structured logic development
HMI configuration and screen design
I/O checkout planning and execution
Commissioning leadership and site acceptance
Control drawings and AutoCAD proficiency
Bill of materials development and revisions BOM
Electrical and instrumentation fundamentals
As-built and O and M documentation
Startup troubleshooting and change management
Cross-functional coordination with PMs and field techs
Access Control
Bill Of Materials
Documentation
HMI
Programmable Logic Controller
Remote Support
Testing
CGAT
Certified Gate Automation Technician

Job Details

Is this you

You turn designs into working systems. You will own PLC and HMI programming, I/O checkout, commissioning, and the technical documents that prove the work. You enjoy moving between the shop, drawings, code, and the field while partnering with project managers and site crews.

What you will do

  • Build bills of material and large control print packages for automated systems.
  • Program PLC and HMI to project scope. Plan I/O checkout and commissioning.
  • Coordinate with project management and field teams to meet milestones.
  • Produce as built drawings and O and M manuals.
  • Provide remote support to technicians. Travel as needed, about 30 percent.

What you bring

  • Two plus years of field experience in controls or commissioning.
  • PLC programming fundamentals and HMI configuration.
  • AutoCAD experience and comfort owning large print sets.
  • E and I practices and neat documentation habits.
  • Clean background and drug screen.

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting automated gates, barriers, or access control integrations.

What s in it for you

  • End-to-end ownership: code it, commission it, and sign off with clean as-builts
  • Access to a controls lab environment for testing and skill building
  • Paid training on platforms and tools, plus certification and tuition support
  • Direct impact at complex, high-visibility sites with cross-functional collaboration
  • Mentorship from senior engineers and a clear path to technical leadership
  • Modern toolsets and documentation standards that make your work shine
  • Diverse projects that keep your skills sharp and your resume strong

Long-term growth into senior engineer, project engineer, or technical lead

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