German American · 12 hours ago
Commissioning Field Engineer (Industrial Automation)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$35/hr - $40/hr
3+ years expThe German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is representing a U.S. subsidiary of a globally established industrial technology group that specializes in engineered manufacturing solutions. The role involves commissioning, troubleshooting, and providing technical support for custom-built industrial equipment, focusing on customer interaction and system performance.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Support machine commissioning and start-up, both internally and at customer sites
Troubleshoot automation issues during commissioning and in service cases
Support targeted PLC adjustments as needed (Siemens / TIA Portal preferred; other PLC platforms considered)
Support and adjust HMI screens/visualization for machine operation as required
Support customer training on different levels, from operators to advanced users
Act as a technical interface between customers, engineering, manufacturing, and service teams
Contribute to technical documentation and support during proposal and quoting phases
Support automation-related improvements throughout the machine lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Technical background in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
3+ years of relevant experience in commissioning, automation, controls, or industrial machinery environments
Hands-on PLC experience required; Siemens TIA Portal strongly preferred
Basic to intermediate familiarity with HMI systems and visualization
Practical experience with industrial automation environments
Strong troubleshooting skills and interest in machine start-up and optimization
Willingness to travel for customer projects and commissioning assignments (project-based)
Customer-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in interdisciplinary teams
Preferred
Siemens TIA Portal strongly preferred; other PLC platforms considered
Benefits
Additional variable compensation
PTO: 20 days
401(k) with company match (first 4%)
Health insurance: Blue Cross / Blue Shield (single or family package available, incl. dental)
Car allowance
Company
German American
German American is a Indiana financial services provider, specializing in banking, investments and insurance for business.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1993-05-28IPO
Leadership Team
Mary Moorhouse
Senior Vice President - Chief Risk Officer
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Scott Powell
Executive Vice President Chief Credit Officer
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