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# Field Automation Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Maverick Tech
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Salary:** $76,003.0 - $120,994.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Communications Protocols, Database Queries, Linux, Ethernet, Windows Servers, Web Applications, Diagnostic Tools, Warehouse Management Systems, Software Troubleshooting, HMI Screens, Fanuc, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=06121592ee106b12

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical discipline.
 * Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Allen Bradley, or Siemens.
 * Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and interpreting technical diagrams.
 * Strong troubleshooting skills for industrial networks and motion control hardware.
 * Ability to travel frequently to customer sites for extended installation and testing phases., * Familiarity with industrial robotics (e.g., ABB, Fanuc) and HMI interfaces like PanelView.
 * Basic knowledge of SQL, Linux, and Windows server environments.
 * Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP or ProfiNet.
 * Ability to provide remote technical support using SSH and web-based diagnostic tools.

## Description

* Oversee the startup and commissioning of automated hardware, ensuring full compliance with project specifications.
 * Configure and validate PLC and HMI systems to guarantee robust communication and operational reliability.
 * Execute comprehensive end-to-end testing to verify that robotic cells and safety systems function as intended.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical bottlenecks and ensure successful system go-live.
 * Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to perform root-cause analysis and troubleshoot software or hardware anomalies.
 * Validate integration between onsite automation equipment and client Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
 * Maintain detailed documentation of system performance and configuration to support long-term operational success.