Controls & Deployment Engineer
The Job
As a Controls & Deployment Engineer at Geek+, you'll sit at the intersection of automation engineering and field operations - owning both the technical controls work and the end-to-end deployment of our robotic systems at customer sites. You'll serve as a primary point of contact for project managers, supply chain specialists, service program managers, vendors, and customers, while also serving as the technical authority on PLC/controls integration across AMR deployments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on industrial controls experience, strong field judgment, and the drive to see complex robotic systems go live and perform.
Responsibilities
Deployment & Project Execution
- Lead onsite implementation planning including scope, budget, schedule, and subcontracting, and integrate with the master project plan.
- Manage implementation timelines by closely coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, particularly supply chain on delivery schedules.
- Conduct hardware inspections, quality control checks, and pre-deployment testing to identify and resolve issues before go-live.
- Prepare hardware environments for SIT, UAT, and Performance Testing and actively participate in testing phases.
- Lead, manage, and mentor contractor teams on-site, setting clear expectations and monitoring performance and quality.
Controls & Automation Engineering
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen-Bradley/Studio 5000 and Siemens/TIA Portal) in support of AMR deployments.
- Verify and troubleshoot I/O signals, wiring, signal flow, and field device integration independently.
- Support safety control systems and safety device integration across projects, with particular focus on SkyCube/vertical lift applications.
- Distinguish and resolve hardware, software, communication, and configuration-related issues during commissioning and field operations.
- Provide remote controls support across multiple active sites simultaneously.
Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement
- Diagnose and resolve hardware and controls-related problems - both remotely and on-site - to minimize downtime and ensure optimal robot performance.
- Document all issues, solutions, and best practices in a clear, organized manner; develop training materials and implementation guides.
- Contribute insights on the latest advancements in AMR hardware and controls technology to strengthen Geek+'s competitive edge.
- Develop and deliver training to customers, team members, and service partners.
Requirements
- Experience in warehouse automation, manufacturing automation, or electrical/mechanical installation.
- Proficiency with PLC systems - Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000) and/or Siemens (TIA Portal) hands-on experience required.
- Ability to independently troubleshoot control systems, field devices, and automation architectures.
- Strong project coordination skills - able to manage implementation across client operations & IT teams and site contractors.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Quick learner; comfortable adapting to new technology and complex problems in the field.
- Positive, can-do attitude with genuine enthusiasm for problem-solving.
- Proficiency in MS Office and online collaboration tools.
- Ability to travel 80%+ (client sites Monday-Friday).
- Must not require visa sponsorship.
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or 3-5 years of equivalent industry experience.
- Experience with safety control systems and safety devices.
- HMI programming experience.
- Familiarity with industrial networking concepts.
- Experience with robotic systems or AMR platforms.
- Bilingual (English and Mandarin) is a plus.
