Controls Commissioning Engineer

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November 25

🏖️ New Jersey – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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MCS Automation

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B2B • Hardware • Transport

MCS Automation is an industrial control systems integrator that designs, programs, and implements PLC-, SCADA/HMI-, and RFID-based control solutions, along with electrical design, UL508A panel building, and turn‑key electrical installation. For more than 30 years it has served airports, postal/parcel distribution centers, warehouse logistics and manufacturing facilities, with deep expertise in Rockwell Automation platforms and baggage/tracking systems.

11 - 50 employees

Founded 1986

🤝 B2B

🔧 Hardware

🚗 Transport

📋 Description

• Commission and troubleshoot PLC-based material handling and conveyor control systems at customer sites • Validate I/O, perform system testing, and fine-tune configurations for optimal performance • Commission and optimize Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to ensure precise motor control in automation applications • Configure and troubleshoot industrial network switches to guarantee robust system connectivity • Commission sortation systems to ensure proper sequencing and throughput optimization • Troubleshoot and maintain distributed I/O blocks, ensuring reliable communication across system networks • Commission and integrate HMI/SCADA solutions that provide real-time operational insights and control • Demonstrate strong expertise in programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLC systems • Read, interpret, and utilize electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve system issues quickly • Work closely with electrical and mechanical teams to ensure seamless automation system integration • Provide technical support and training to operators and maintenance personnel • Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and networking issues while ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and safety regulations • Maintain a flexible schedule with extensive travel to customer locations across the nation for commissioning projects and system optimization support

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field • Proven expertise in commissioning and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems, with in-depth knowledge of Rockwell Automation’s Allen-Bradley platforms (e.g., ControlLogix, CompactLogix) • Extensive experience with HMI/SCADA systems, including modern platforms such as FactoryTalk, Aveva Edge, and Ignition as well as legacy HMI interfaces • Strong background in troubleshooting distributed I/O blocks, commissioning of VFDs, and industrial network switches • Proven experience in commissioning sortation systems to maximize efficiency and throughput • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and track as-built changes for ongoing system maintenance • Excellent troubleshooting abilities, capable of diagnosing and resolving complex issues across hardware, software, and networking domains • Exceptional communication skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams • Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary with travel allowances • Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding industry • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in automation and material handling systems • Dynamic work environment: Experience diverse industrial settings and engage in continuous innovation • Supportive culture: Join a team that values precision, technical excellence, and creative problem-solving