Field Automation Engineer

Field Automation Engineer

Date: Mar 1, 2026 Location:

Houston, TX, US

Company Overview

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This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what’s next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.

We don’t follow the status quo—we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.

We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.

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If you’re ready to push limits, reimagine what’s possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.

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Position Overview

The Field Automation Engineer is responsible for hands-on commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support of automated industrial systems. This role plays a key part in configuring, programming, testing, and supporting SMARTECH’s equipment at customer sites worldwide. The successful candidate will be customer-focused, technically skilled, and capable of resolving complex system issues efficiently, ensuring high performance and reliability of SMARTECH’s automation solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Configure and commission industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA interfaces (Allen Bradley, Siemens, FactoryTalk, Intouch Wonderware, WinCC Professional).
• Troubleshoot automation systems on-site and remotely, diagnosing electrical, control logic, and communication faults.
• Support installation, calibration, and parameter configuration for industrial devices such as VFDs, servo motors, flowmeters, pressure transmitters, and temperature sensors.
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI programs to meet specific project or customer requirements.
• Verify system functionality through simulation, testing, and site acceptance procedures.
• Interface with third-party subsystems and devices using industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, IO-Link, Peer-to-Peer Messaging).
• Supervise wiring, panel installation, and field instrument integration during equipment setup.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Support team to define customer configurations and support technical inquiries.
• Conduct system training, demonstrations, and customer handovers.
• Document technical issues, service activities, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering (specialization in control systems or automation preferred).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, commissioning, or field service roles.
• Proven experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley RSLogix/Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal) and HMI/SCADA configuration.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and control system best practices.
• Experience reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical schematics, and network diagrams.
• Ability to travel up to 60% for commissioning and customer support assignments.
• A qualified electrician diploma or equivalent practical electrical experience is an asset.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities with customers and team members.
• Comfortable working independently in industrial and manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Physically able to perform tasks related to system setup, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Valid Driver licence
• A valid passport and the ability to travel frequently domestically or internationally.