Field Service Controls Engineer - Life Science Division

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We’re seeking a Field Service Controls Engineer to support automated systems in the Life Science industry. This position will be based out of Cookeville, TN, with local and worldwide travel required to troubleshoot and provide field service for these systems. You will work on innovative automation projects, tackling complex challenges across a variety of industries to deliver impactful solutions that drive customer success and push the automation industry forward.

Since 1977, ATC Automation has been a trusted leader in designing and building custom automation solutions. From concept to commissioning, we partner with some of the world's top brands to deliver precision‑engineered machinery that improves efficiency, reliability, and performance. Our expertise spans industries that shape the way we live and move, including Life Sciences, Transportation, Consumer Products, and General Industry.

• Travel to customer sites, planned and unplanned, for support, troubleshooting, repair, etc.
• Make necessary adjustments to bring equipment up to running status.
• Provide remote support through various means of connectivity.
• Create, read, and troubleshoot pneumatic and electrical drawings and bills of material using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Robot programming and path editing to restore, maintain, or optimize system performance.
• Develop advanced programs to control devices and machines.
• Perform electrical testing with a multimeter.
• Apply proper wiring practices to ensure safe, reliable systems.
• Design ladder logic and machine controls with strong proficiency in related software.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define machine performance requirements.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of electrical and pneumatic devices.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers to build team capability.

• BS/BA in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in a related engineering role.
• Life Science equipment and validation familiarity.
• Local and worldwide travel required up to 75%.

• PLC:
  Allen Bradley (Logix/Studio 5000), Siemens (Step 7, TIA Portal)
• HMI:
  Allen Bradley, Siemens
• Robotics:
  Fanuc, Epson
• Networking:
  Ethernet, Ethernet IP, Profinet, IO Link, Ethercat
• Motion Control: AB, Siemens, IAI, Festo, B&R, etc.
• Vision Systems:
  Cognex, Keyence

• PLC:
  Omron, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Beckhoff
• HMI:
  Omron, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Proface
• Robotics:
  Kuka, Yaskawa, Denso, Staubli
• Testing/Monitoring:
  Force (Kistler, SigPOD), Leak Testing (CTS, Cosmo, etc.)
• Database Tools:
  Ignition, FTTM, SQL
• Experience in mechanical and electrical skills.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Regular standing, walking, pushing, pulling, overhead reaching, and bending.
• Comfortable working underneath machines and overhead.
• Ability to exert: 20–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, up to 10 lbs continuously.
• Visual acuity (near vision, with or without correction).

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. This description is subject to change but will remain in effect until superseded or canceled in writing by Human Resources.

ATC Automation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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