CNC Field Service Engineer

Cullerton Group; Mundelein (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

Cullerton Group is seeking a skilled CNC Field Service Engineer for a permanent opportunity supporting a leading manufacturer of high-precision CNC grinding machines. This is a remote-based, field-focused position ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, working directly with customers, and traveling to industrial manufacturing facilities.

Location: Remote – Ohio or Michigan Preferred. Employment Type: Direct Hire. Compensation: $40/hour + Overtime ($60/hour).

Qualifications

• Hands-on CNC machine experience required with various equipment.
• Ability to travel up to 80% across North America.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC grinding machines at customer facilities.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and machine control issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and machine adjustments.
• Read and interpret manuals and electrical schematics.
• Identify root causes of machine failures and implement effective solutions.
• Travel to customer locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Document service activities and findings.

Skills

Hands-on CNC machine experience

Mechanical troubleshooting and repair

Electrical troubleshooting and repair

Field service, equipment installation,

Interpret technical drawings and schem

Travel up to 80% across North America

Communicate effectively with customers

Job description

Cullerton Group is seeking a skilled CNC Field Service Engineer for a permanent opportunity supporting a leading manufacturer of high-precision CNC grinding machines. This is a remote-based, field-focused position ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, working directly with customers, and traveling to industrial manufacturing facilities.

Location: Remote – Ohio or Michigan Preferred

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $40/hour + Overtime ($60/hour)

Travel: Up to 80% across North America

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC grinding machines at customer facilities.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and machine control issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and machine adjustments.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Identify root causes of machine failures and implement effective solutions.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers regarding machine operation and maintenance.
• Travel to customer locations throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Document service activities, repairs, and technical findings.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on CNC machine experience is mandatory, including CNC mills, lathes, grinding machines, machining centers, or similar equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following three areas:
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Field service, equipment installation, or commissioning
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, machine manuals, and electrical schematics.
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with customers.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% across North America.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience servicing CNC grinding machines or precision machine tools.
• Previous employment with a CNC machine manufacturer, OEM, or industrial equipment service provider.
• Familiarity with CNC controls, servo systems, motors, sensors, and machine calibration.
• Experience installing and commissioning industrial machinery.
• Background in high-precision manufacturing or machine tool maintenance.
• Base Pay: $40/hour
• Overtime Pay: $60/hour
• Overtime opportunities, typically 15–20 hours every two weeks.
• Additional compensation equivalent to 2 hours of straight-time pay for each overnight hotel stay.
• Company-reimbursed business travel expenses.

Why Join?

This opportunity offers the chance to work with advanced Swiss-engineered CNC grinding technology, develop specialized technical expertise, and support manufacturing customers across North America.