Field PLC Engineer

Role Overview

• Deploy, commission, and support electronic control systems for large-scale data center environments using PLCs
• Conduct onsite programming, testing, and troubleshooting of PLC systems controlling HVAC, mechanical, and electrical equipment in mission-critical environments
• Provide remote and onsite technical support during installation, commissioning, and post-deployment phases
• Work directly with clients, contractors, and field teams to resolve integration issues, system errors, and performance concerns
• Implement customer-requested modifications and updates to PLC programs and control strategies in live production environments
• Debug and resolve installation issues during static and dynamic commissioning, including PLC logic, hardware, and communication network troubleshooting
• Support field commissioning teams during system start-up, functional testing, and validation activities to ensure systems meet design specifications
• Diagnose and correct system faults in real-time, often under time-sensitive conditions during critical deployment milestones
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and vendor teams to ensure successful integration of controls, equipment, and subsystems
• Document field changes, programming updates, system configurations, and lessons learned for project turnover and knowledge transfer
• Provide technical training and support to client operations teams during system handoff
• Participate in design reviews and client meetings to provide field engineering expertise and deployment feasibility input

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a PLC Programmer/Engineer with significant field deployment and commissioning experience
• Experience with Studio 5000 / Rockwell Automation software in field and production environments
• Proven hands-on experience commissioning complex chiller or boiler systems (central plants) in the field
• Experience developing and deploying redundancy strategies and programming redundant PLC controller managers
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in high-pressure, time-sensitive field environments
• Ability to work independently onsite with minimal supervision and manage multiple concurrent deployment activities
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills for technical discussions and issue resolution
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50-60%, including potential for extended site assignments
• Strong organization, task management, and documentation skills in dynamic field conditions
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically (and internationally as needed)

Benefits

• • 401(k) matching
• Flexible work hours
• Paid time off