Fortna
Industrial Automation
AssociateCommissioningEngineer
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“Associate Commissioning Engineer at Fortna. Skills: Automation, Controls commissioning, Material handling systems, Troubleshooting. Support commissioning, startup, debugging, validation. Debug automation systems”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow; Deliver exceptional value every day to our customers; Verify engineered systems meet customer specifications, design intent, and operational requirements
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot electrical systems for industrial applications
Requires extensive travel (65%-85%), Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the United States and North America, Operates primarily in industrial customer project sites, Safe working practices and awareness of the environment are essential, Ability to work with experienced, multidisciplinary, technical specialists, Ability to coordinate small to large projects and teams independently, Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems for industrial applications
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience in industrial automation, commissioning, maintenance, controls, or field service environments, 1-2 years’ experience in automation, control system design, I/O Checkout Internship, co-op, manufacturing, maintenance, automation, or field service experience
Nice to Have
VFD experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens or Schneider is a plus, PLC experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix & CompactLogix), Modicon and Siemens (S7) is a plus, Familiarity with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 preferred, HMI experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, Ignition and WinCC is a plus
What You'll Do.
Support commissioning
Debug automation systems
Perform System and I/O Checkout
Support Controls and PLC checkout
Test and verify system performance
Verify engineered systems meet specifications
Audit field installations
Troubleshoot electrical
Interface with customers
Support commissioning leads
Assist with AutoCAD updates
Create and maintain project workbooks
Pre-check electrical drawings
Communicate technical findings
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Support Controls and PLC checkout activities alongside Controls Engineers and senior commissioning team members; Interface professionally with customers, subcontractors, electricians, technicians, and internal project teams to resolve technical issues; Support commissioning leads in coordinating contractors or technicians during checkout and startup activities; Communicate technical findings, project updates, and support needs clearly to remote team members and project leadership; Ability to work with experienced, multidisciplinary, technical specialists
Communication Scope
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, verbal, and written skills; Verbal and written communication skills
Process & Methodology
Ability to coordinate small to large projects and teams independently, Make quality decisions
Full Job Description
**FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.** **At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn 't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach. ** FORTNA is seeking motivated and technically curious Associate Commissioning Engineers (ACE) to join our growing commissioning and controls team. This role is ideal for early-career engineers, recent graduates, automation technicians, and field service professionals looking to build hands-on experience in industrial automation, conveyor systems, and controls commissioning. Associate Commissioning Engineers support the startup, validation, and troubleshooting of automated material handling and conveyor systems at customer sites throughout North America. This position offers a strong career pathway into Controls Engineering, Electrical Design, Automation Engineering, and advanced Commissioning leadership roles. This is a highly hands-on field position that requires extensive travel (65%-
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