Field Service Automation Engineer

The Mission of the Field Service Automation Engineer is to program, commission, and install automated solutions developed by the Application Center North America. You will work closely with our automation team during the concept and design phase of projects and act as a reference to provide feedback and experience from the field. You will also assist with programming and debugging the system while the project is assembled within our workshop. Upon completion, they will follow the project into the field and help with installation and commissioning at the customer site.

Based out of Auburn Hills, Michigan, Atlas Copco Assembly Systems LLC is the global leader in providing fastening tools and assembly equipment to the world market. We have an unparalleled reputation in our industry and one that has consistently increased our customer base year after year because of superior problem-solving skills, sales, and service. We work directly with manufacturers, using state-of-the-art technology to bring product lines to the market.

Working closely with Automation project team (Project Management, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and design, production)

Performing on-site field checks of existing equipment when required

Threaded fastening/press theory and programming for Atlas Copco control systems

Programming of PLCs and HMIs (i.e. Atlas Copco products, Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)

Test & Debug of products before shipment

Program and debug of projects at the customers facility

Ability to remotely support field installation technicians when required

Understanding and applying customer’s specifications/protocols and requirements

Monitoring and working within project budgets and deadlines

Approximately 50% travel required within the US

Bachelors Degree in related Engineering field (Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics) or equivalent on-the-job experience (5+ years of experience)

Strong communication skills

Experience with cobot integration

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Working within project budgets and timelines.

Experience with multiple controls architectures (Rockwell, Siemens, etc.)

Ability to read and understand electrical and pneumatic drawings

Experience developing PLC logic and HMIs from scratch

Understanding of industrial communication protocols and architecture

Experience commissioning small automated cells into a customer’s environment

Understanding of machine safety standards

Experience programming and integrating robots into light assembly cells

Strong mechanical aptitude

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Atlas Copco delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. Our portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. We bring a commitment to long-term success built on expertise, reliable service, and uptime. When you level up to the Atlas Copco experience you enter a partnership based on quality, sustainability, and ease of collaboration. The technology we bring, and the decades of experience support the future-proofing of your business. Atlas Copco is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

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Employment type:

Job type: On-Site

Posting End Date: 4/1/27

Functional area: Service

Legal Entity: Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Systems LLC

Country/Region:

City / Province: Auburn Hills, MI