Field Service Engineer Automation

Focus Engineering B.V.; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus

Travel allowances

Overtime allowances

Job summary

Focus Engineering B.V. in the Netherlands seeks a Field Service Engineer to install, commission and service high‑tech production lines at customer sites worldwide.

You adapt to on‑site conditions, troubleshoot PLC‑driven systems and collaborate closely with customers and the project team. Travel is a core part of the role (50–70%), you’ll bring 3+ years in field service, strong PLC knowledge (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, CODESYS, B&R) and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in field service engineering or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, CODESYS, B&R).
• Solid experience with electrical systems in industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning complex electrical and PLC-controlled machinery at customer sites worldwide.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues; performing on-site modifications.
• Acting as the technical link between the project team, local technicians and the customer.
• Delivering high-quality service, including maintenance, on-site support and remote troubleshooting.
• Preparing projects, creating technical documentation and providing practical customer training.

Skills

Field service engineering

PLC systems

Electrical systems

Travel readiness

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

CODESYS

B&R

Job description

Role overview

You work on high-tech production lines at customer sites around the world. The role combines hands-on engineering, direct customer interaction and international travel, within an organisation that values teamwork, ownership and continuous development.

Key responsibilities

• Commissioning complex electrical and PLC-controlled machinery at customer sites worldwide.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues; performing on-site modifications.
• Acting as the technical link between the project team, local technicians and the customer.
• Delivering high-quality service, including maintenance, on-site support and remote troubleshooting.
• Preparing projects, creating technical documentation and providing practical customer training.

Profile

• 3+ years of experience as a Field Service Engineer or similar.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, CODESYS, B&R).
• Solid experience with electrical systems in industrial automation.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willing to travel internationally 50-70% of the time.

What's offered

• Base salary €45,000 - €72,000 gross per year.
• Attractive allowances for international travel and overtime.
• Yearly bonus
• Strong growth opportunities within an international organisation.