Automation Systems Engineer

Automation Systems Engineer (Field / On-site)

Location: New Albany, Ohio Area

Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

Travel Required: 30%

About the Role

Trubot Technology Inc. is seeking a hands-on Automation Systems Engineer to support the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automation systems at customer and project sites.

This is a field-focused, execution-driven engineering role for someone who enjoys working directly with equipment, solving technical problems, and delivering reliable automation solutions in real-world environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, calibrate, and maintain automation equipment at designated project sites.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support PLC troubleshooting and basic program adjustments.
• Perform system setup, testing, performance tuning, and validation.
• Support customer acceptance testing, certification, and technical training.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve system reliability.
• Support equipment upgrades, maintenance, and field modifications.
• Document technical issues, troubleshooting activities, and corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in automation, electromechanical systems, equipment integration, or field service preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and automation equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical controls, and pneumatic or hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting capability preferred.
• Ability to diagnose technical problems independently and implement practical solutions.
• Comfortable working with tools and equipment in active industrial or technical environments.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.
• Strong communication skills, ownership, and customer-service mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics, machine vision, or non-standard automation systems.
• Experience supporting equipment in customer-facing or mission-critical environments.
• Mandarin Chinese communication skills are a plus due to coordination with Mandarin-speaking customers.

Work Location & Travel

This is a full-time, on-site position based in the New Albany, Ohio area. The role requires working at designated project sites and may involve assignments to other customer or project locations based on business needs.

Travel requirements are approximately 30%.

Additional Information

This position is highly hands-on and focused on real-world system deployment, equipment troubleshooting, and operational reliability. Candidates should be comfortable working directly with physical systems rather than focusing exclusively on desk-based engineering or theoretical design.