PROFIsafe Engineering Contractor

Location:
Remote (United States Time Zones Required)
Must be available for occasional domestic travel to client sites upon request.

Position Type:
Contract (1099)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced PROFIsafe Contractor to support industrial automation and functional safety projects for U.S.-based clients. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience integrating PROFIsafe into safety-critical systems using industrial protocols such as PROFINET and PROFIBUS, and be capable of working independently while collaborating with remote engineering teams and occasionally visiting client facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot PROFIsafe-based safety systems in industrial automation environments.
• Integrate PROFIsafe with safety PLCs, I/O modules, drives, and safety devices in line with project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure safety compliance (e.g., ISO 13849, IEC 61508).
• Perform diagnostics, validation, and safety testing of PROFIsafe implementations.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support to client teams during development, commissioning, or maintenance phases.
• Deliver documentation, status updates, and technical recommendations as required by project scope.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience working specifically with PROFIsafe in industrial automation projects.
• Proficiency with PROFIBUS and/or PROFINET protocols.
• Experience with safety PLCs from Siemens, Beckhoff, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of relevant safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 13849, SIL/PL).
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and communication skills.
• Must reside in a U.S. time zone and be authorized to work in the United States.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically to client sites as needed (typically short-term visits).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified PROFIsafe or PROFINET Engineer (PI International or equivalent).
• Prior experience working with robotic cells, automated machinery, or process control environments.
• Familiarity with tools such as TIA Portal, STEP 7, TwinCAT, or other PLC programming environments.

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rate based on experience and contract duration.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a short summary of your recent PROFIsafe project experience, including the tools and platforms you’ve worked with.