Commissioning Engineer

$60 - $90 per hour

X4 Engineering

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Principal Consultant - Building Automation & Control Systems

DC Drives Commissioning Engineer – Detroit, MI (Steel Industry Project) 12 Month Rolling

We’re looking for a skilled engineer or technician with strong DC drives experience to support a major industrial controls commissioning project in Detroit, Michigan .

This is a hands-on opportunity to work with large rail-mounted Pusher and Door machines used in steel manufacturing. These machines are powered by Rockwell PowerFlex DC drives and shunt-wound DC motors , and require precise setup and tuning to support manual operator control.

What You’ll Do:

Supervise installation and commissioning of new PowerFlex DC drives
Configure drive parameters, IP addresses, and system jumpers
Tune motor speed and current for smooth joystick control (no feedback devices used)
Test alarms and PLC interlocks on a ControlLogix system
Review and verify power, control, and network wiring
Collaborate with electricians and project engineers onsite
Provide daily updates and participate in weekly project status calls

System Snapshot:

2 Pusher machines (5 drives each)
2 Door machines (2 drives each)
Control system: Rockwell ControlLogix PLC with Studio5000
No braking resistors or motor feedback devices (tuning is visual/behavioral)

What We’re Looking For:

Experience with PowerFlex DC drives and DC motor tuning
Proficiency with Studio5000 , ControlLogix , and ladder logic
Ability to read and troubleshoot from industrial electrical schematics
Comfortable working in hot, dirty environments wearing full PPE (FR gear and respirator)
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

Location: Onsite in Detroit, MI

Experience Level: Mid to senior, but open to capable hands-on techs with relevant skills

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