Controls Commissioning Engineer

Job Overview

The Commissioning Engineer role is an individual contributor position within the Bastian Controls department. This role responsible for tasks spread across multiple controls projects and will be capable of all phases of a controls project including concept and research, network design, panel design, ACAD layout, device troubleshooting, PLC/VLC programming, HMI tagging, on site installation, debug and onsite commissioning. 

Job Functions

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of our engineering standards
• Follow standard SOPs for each phase of a project
• Write technical documents including Functional Spec Documents (FSDs)
• Design Field Device Layouts
• Design Electrical Schematics using ACAD Electrical
• Develop PLC programs following our standards
• Startup and commission full systems from start to finish
• Identifies and resolves challenges to support both team efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Maintains open and transparent communication, including while on-site, with peers, stakeholders, and leadership to support project success
• Drives customer success by delivering projects that exceed expectations and align with market demands
• Completes training and obtain certification in relevant controls technologies and programs
• Participate actively and on time in scheduled meetings, including Controls staff meetings
• Provides cross-functional support to project teams, contributing beyond the scope of Controls when needed
• Develops innovative Controls techniques, products, or services, maintaining a competitive edge in the industry
• Completes administrative tasks promptly, including timesheets and expense reports
• Represents Bastian professionally, promoting the company in relevant forums
• Cultivates long-term customer relationships, driving repeat business and trust
• Adapts to evolving responsibilities, taking on additional duties as needed

Travel Requirements

Overnight travel between 30-50%

Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 1+ years’ experience in industry
• PLC/HMI experience
• Panel design experience
• Hands-on and mechanical aptitude
• Computer literate with MS Office products
• AutoCAD Electrical experience preferred
• Material Handling experience is a plus
• Strong team collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines effectively
• Highly motivated and results-driven
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 1+ years’ experience in industry
• PLC/HMI experience
• Panel design experience
• Hands-on and mechanical aptitude
• Computer literate with MS Office products
• AutoCAD Electrical experience preferred
• Material Handling experience is a plus
• Strong team collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines effectively
• Highly motivated and results-driven
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.

About Toyota Automated Logistics:

Toyota Automated Logistics is your global partner for integrated warehouse automation. Our team combines the talents of Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business and viastore under one brand to deliver scalable systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Vacation / Holiday Pay
• Paid Volunteer time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events

Toyota Automated Logistics does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.