Field Service technician – Automation

Sidel is looking for a Field Service Technician (FST) specialized on Automation; the main focus is the following:

• Perform Installation, start-up, commissioning and testing of Sidel equipment supplied to customer sites
• Perform technical assistance during and after the warranty period, carry out training and other after sales services of Sidel’s equipment installed at customer sites
• Finally, a good understanding of the customer needs is to be developed to provide objective advice and to ensure customer satisfaction

Your Mission

• Install, commission and test Sidel equipment, including single machines and complete production lines
• Troubleshoot, prevent and adopt corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical and automated machines within high-speed production lines
• Execute precise technical diagnostics, share feedback with internal support teams and propose corrective actions
• Administrate equipment upgrades and optimisation, including hardware and software updates
• Collaborate closely with project managers and technical support teams to ensure customer satisfaction
• Train and empower client operators and maintenance technicians to ensure efficient equipment handling
• Report after sales opportunities detected on Customer site;
• Comply fully with Sidel and client safety rules, with clear communications throughout interventions

Your Profile

Qualifications :

• Technical degree (automation, mechatronics, electrotechnics, industrial maintenance…)
• Strong technical curiosity and eagerness to learn continuously
• Field experience preferred or strong motivation to learn on the job
• Fluent in English, essential for working in a multicultural team
• Willingness to travel extensively (often >80% of the time) and adapt to different international environments
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service mindset

What we offer you

• A comprehensive training program, combining factory learning, hands‑on field sessions and digital training
• Attractive benefits: travel bonuses, health insurance, provident fund, profit-sharing, paid leave, holiday bonus
• Opportunity to work on technologically advanced machines recognised worldwide
• A key role with prestigious clients, major industrial groups in food, beverages, home and personal care sectors
• An international, dynamic team and a modern, collaborative working environment that prioritises well‑being and personal and professional growth

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