Siemens CNC Controls Field Commissioning Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Shape machine performance on the front lines

Imagine landing at a customer site on Monday, reviewing the machine’s schematics over a quick safety briefing, and then bringing a brand-new EMAG system to life. By midweek, you’re deep in TIA Portal, validating I/O, tuning drives, and optimizing SINUMERIK motion. On Friday, you’re training the maintenance crew, closing out buy-off, and writing a crisp service report before heading to your next challenge. If that rhythm excites you, this role is for you.

What you'll do

• Install, commission, and validate EMAG machine tools and automation systems at customer sites across North America and abroad.
• Diagnose and repair controls, electrical, and communication issues across PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and motors using schematics, software diagnostics, and test equipment.
• Configure and optimize Siemens platforms: SINUMERIK, SIMATIC PLCs, TIA Portal, STEP 7, WinCC, and Siemens drive technologies.
• Own startup and bring-up: system verification, I/O checks, safety circuit validation, and operational testing.
• Modify and debug PLC logic, HMI screens, machine parameters, and control configurations as needed.
• Execute acceptance testing and support customer buy-off.
• Deliver training to operators, maintenance, programmers, and engineers on operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Provide remote technical support to customers and EMAG service teams.
• Partner closely with Engineering, Commissioning, Mechanical Service, and Customer Service to resolve complex issues.
• Create thorough service documentation: findings, corrective actions, and recommendations.
• Support upgrades, retrofits, control modernizations, and software enhancements.
• Contribute to commissioning procedures, troubleshooting guides, and technical documentation improvements.
• Work safely and in compliance with customer requirements and EMAG safety policies—always representing EMAG professionally.

Background that sets you up for success

• Associate or Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Industrial Controls, or related preferred.
• Journeyman Electrician certification or equivalent industrial electrical experience may substitute for a degree.
• 5+ years in industrial controls, machine tool service, automation, or electrical commissioning.

Core capabilities

• Strong Siemens automation knowledge.
• Fluent with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical documentation.
• Track record troubleshooting CNC machinery, machine tools, robotics, and automated manufacturing systems.
• Familiarity with Fanuc, Siemens, or comparable industrial control platforms.
• Organized multitasker; calm under pressure; professional communicator; reliable team contributor or independent problem-solver.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9001/14001 frameworks.

Technical proficiencies

• PLC troubleshooting and programming
• Industrial/manufacturing engineering concepts
• Reading electrical schematics
• 120/208/240/480 VAC systems
• CNC machine installation
• Electrical installation, equipment wiring
• Debugging industrial automation equipment
• Electrical/electronic systems and industrial electrical systems
• Field service readiness

Machines & technologies you'll work with

• CNC Automation Solutions (Dmg Mori Seiki, Fanuc, Siemens)
• CNC Laser Cutter
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• CNC Grinder
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Siemens)

Travel: Plan for 70–90% domestic and international travel to customer facilities.

Legal & physical requirements

Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Plant manufacturing may be noisy from time to time, especially when visiting customer sites. Hearing protection may be required in some circumstances.
• Ability to multi-task and meet critical deadlines
• Overtime may be necessary as work load’s dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.
• Job will require travel to and visit a customer’s office, production facility or job site. Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically 70-90% of the time