What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Commissioning Engineer position at GRENZEBACH?
Automation Commissioning Engineer
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Grenzebach Corporation is a high-tech company focusing on the future of automation, our customers, and our employees. We are convinced that only those who explore new paths and face today's issues with an open mind can actively shape the world.
An open and appreciative culture unites our multinational group of companies. Embark on a new course and join us on an exciting journey that will change global markets from the bottom up. Become part of the Grenzebach family, grow professionally and personally, and accompany our customers on their journey into the world of tomorrow!
Benefits / Perks:
FREE Employee Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
FREE Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
FREE Gym Membership
FREE Life Insurance
20 PTO Days Starting Day 1
401k with Match
10 Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Opportunity
Employee Assistance Program
Job Description:
The AGV Commissioning Engineer is responsible for executing both in-house (factory) commissioning and on-site deployment commissioning of Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) systems, ensuring a seamless transition from build to full operational readiness at customer sites.
This role ensures system configuration, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, as well as system integration with fleet management systems, site infrastructure and optimization under real conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform system bring-up, configuration, and validation in a controlled factory environment
- Debug mechanical, electrical, and software issues prior to shipment
- Configure PLCs, safety systems, and Linux-based IPCs
- Set up and troubleshoot WLAN and industrial network connectivity
- Execute navigation setup, including SLAM-based mapping, calibration, and optimization
- Evaluate and ensure stability of LiDAR-based localization and navigation performance
- Integrate and configure external I/O systems for building and process interfaces
- Plan, coordinate, and independently execute installation and commissioning activities at site
- Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) in alignment with customer requirements
- Optimize system performance to achieve stable, production-level operation under real conditions
- Train customer teams on system operation, basic troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance
Qualifications:
Requirements:
Technical Requirements
- Degree or technician qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable field
- Strong foundation in electrical engineering, including schematics, EPLAN, I/O testing, and structured troubleshooting
- Solid understanding of mechanical systems and typical failure modes in automated equipment
- Hands-on experience with PLCs, industrial communication networks and Linux-based systems
- Working knowledge of IT/networking fundamentals (WLAN setup, IP configuration, network diagnostics)
- Familiarity with mobile robotics and navigation technologies, preferably LiDAR-based SLAM
Personal Competencies
- Structured, self-driven, and results-oriented working style
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability under real-world constraints
- Confident and professional communication in customer-facing environments
- High level of ownership, adaptability, and organizational effectiveness in dynamic project settings
Experience (Recommended)
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in commissioning industrial machines or automated systems
- Prior experience in AGV/AMR systems, intralogistics, or mobile robotics strongly preferred
- Exposure to FAT/SAT execution and customer site deployments is a plus
General Conditions
- Willingness to travel domestically & internationally (could be > 50%, depending on project phase) an perform hands-on field work.
- Assignments across both in-house commissioning (e.g., factory locations such as GN, GH) and customer sites worldwide
- Willingness to perform hands-on field tasks, including physical activities (e.g., sensor setup, alignment work, tape/marker installation for navigation systems)