Commissioning Engineer

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

The Automation Commissioning Engineer plays a critical role in bridging software and automation development and operational deployment. This position ensures that software and automation systems are correctly implemented, validated, and optimized within production environments. Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, planning and executing commissioning activities, configuring system environments, validating performance and reliability, and collaborating across teams to ensure seamless integration within the Airport Division. This position will report and work out of the CVG Airport in Hebron, KY.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Requirements Analysis: Analyze, review, and assess system requirements, features, and acceptance criteria to ensure readiness for commissioning and operational deployment.
• Commissioning Planning: Contribute to and review commissioning plans, defining commissioning goals, timelines, and dependencies in alignment with project milestones.
• System Environment Setup: Configure and verify through testing IT System and PLC environments, including hardware, software, and network components, in collaboration with IT and engineering teams.
• Procedure Development: Develop and implement commissioning procedures and validation steps, ensuring traceability to functional and operational goals.
• Data Management: Prepare and manage configuration data, operational parameters, and input datasets required for commissioning and system validation.
• Commissioning Execution: Create detailed commissioning schedules, execute commissioning activities, evaluate system behavior, and document deviations or issues encountered for both software and automation.
• Review and Collaboration: Review commissioning procedures and outcomes with software developers, automation engineers, and project stakeholders to ensure alignment and quality.
• Lifecycle Participation: Actively participate in the full software & automation lifecycle, from development and integration to commissioning and handover to operations.
• Quality Contribution: Support quality improvement initiatives by identifying commissioning-related issues and contributing to corrective and preventive actions.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with technological advancements, industry standards, and best practices in software commissioning and automation.

 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automation engineering, system commissioning, or related roles.
• Prior experience in team leadership or project coordination is an advantage.
• Experience working within cross-cultural or international teams is preferred.
• Certifications (Preferred): Siemens TIA Portal PLC programming and development.
• Certifications in IT Engineering or related technical disciplines are a plus.

Key Functional Skills:

• Test Methodology
• Software Integration
• Functional & Non-Functional Testing
• Test Planning & Execution
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking

BEUMER is an innovative company, where every employee is part of the "family". Because our employees are our most important asset, here are some of benefits we currently offer full-time employees:

• Medical & Dental Premiums: We cover 100% of the premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• 401(k) with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive retirement plan.
• Life Insurance / Long Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Yes, we cover that too!
• Ancillary Insurances: Including vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.                       
• Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve the optimal work-life balance.
• Company Holidays: Enjoy paid time off on designated company holidays including additional flex days for times that matter most!
• Performance-Based Bonus: Eligibility to participate in our Target Agreement Plan for bonus potential.

BEUMER is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.