Field Service Engineer

FLSmidth; Belo Horizonte; On-site; BRL 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Global exposure

Travel opportunities

Job summary

FLSmidth is seeking a Field Service Engineer based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. You will provide on-site technical expertise, installation supervision, maintenance, and troubleshooting for FLSmidth equipment across Brazil and parts of South America.

Travel up to 90% is required in this role. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial/mechatronic engineering and 5+ years of field service experience on mining or heavy industrial equipment, with strong Portuguese

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, mechatronic engineering or similar.
• Minimum 5 years of field service experience with heavy equipment.
• Experience on mine sites or heavy industrial environments.
• Proficiency in Portuguese; intermediate English/Spanish reading/writing/speaking.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation supervision, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, and inspections of equipment at customer sites.
• Provide hands-on technical support for mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ensure safety compliance with company and customer standards.
• Travel frequently within Brazil and to other South American countries.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electromechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Service software

Reading drawings

Job description

Hands-on engineering in the heart of mining operations - Work directly on high-impact projects with world-class equipment and cutting-edge technology. Travel & grow across Brazil - Gain invaluable field experience at diverse mine sites, with opportunities for international exposure in South America. Join a global industry leader in sustainability - Be part of FLSmidths mission to drive zero-emission mining, while advancing your career in a collaborative, innovation-driven culture.

About FLSmidth FLSmidth is a global leader in sustainable technology and services for the mining and cement industries. With over 140 years of innovation, we enable our customers to move towards zero emissions and zero waste operations. At FLSmidth, we believe in fostering a work culture rooted in safety, collaboration, integrity, and continuous development. Join us in driving progress through engineering excellence and a deep commitment to performance, people, and the planet.

Role Purpose: The Field Service Engineer must be based in Belo Horizonte/MG and will be responsible for providing technical expertise, on-site services, and engineering support to FLSmidth customers across Brazil. This role ensures the proper installation, maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of FLSmidth equipment, driving customer satisfaction and long-term equipment performance. You will act as a key technical liaison between customers and our engineering, product, and service teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation supervision, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, and inspections of FLSmidth equipment at customer sites.
• Provide hands-on technical support for mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ensure work is carried out safely and in compliance with FLSmidth and customer safety standards.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and provide recommendations to optimize performance.
• Deliver clear and professional service reports, documentation, and feedback to internal teams.
• Train customer personnel on equipment operation, preventive maintenance, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the commercial and engineering teams to identify opportunities for service improvement and aftermarket solutions.
• Actively represent FLSmidth in customer interactions, building trust and long-term relationships.
• Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition and adhere to field safety protocols.
• Travel to various mine sites within Brazil and occasionally to other countries in South America.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Solid knowledge of mechanical and/or electromechanical equipment such as HPGRs, crushers, sizers, ball/vert mills, thickners, filters, flotation cells, rotary kilns or related machines.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems, instrumentation, and process.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools and service softwares.
• Knowledge of maintenance best practices and troubleshooting methodologies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial, Mechatronic Engineering or similar.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in field service of these equipment mentioned.
• Experience working in mine sites or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation.
• Proficiency in Portuguese (required) and intermediate English and/or spanish (reading/writing/speaking).
• Availability to travel frequently (up to 90%) within Brazil and occasionally internationally.
• Valid driver's license.

Behavioural Traits

• High level of personal responsibility and safety awareness.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Adaptable to dynamic environments and changing customer needs.
• Clear communicator and capable of delivering technical information to non-technical audiences.

What We Offer

• A role in a purpose-driven company contributing to a more sustainable mining industry.
• Professional development, training, and growth opportunities in a global organization.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and supportive work environment.

Be part of something bigger. At FLSmidth, we empower our people to shape the future of resource-efficient industries.

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an inclusive environment.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and perspectives to apply: the more diverse our employees, the stronger our team.

In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly ask that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.

FLSmidth requires all individuals to have the appropriate work visas. Otherwise, we will not be able to process your application.

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment, and service solutions to customers in the mining industry - for more information, please visit FLSmidth.com/careers.

We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.

FLS is a leading, full flowsheet minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry. We deliver proven technologies and services across the lifecycle of operations, and have set targets of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining by 2030 with our MissionZero programme.