CNC Field Service Engineer – Travel‑Covered w/ Vehicle

Makino; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation 3 weeks

Bonus plan

Holidays 11

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Makino is seeking a CNC Technician Level 2 or Sr. to support the Greater Chicago, IL region. The role requires hands-on repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of Makino CNC machine tools at customer sites, often from home with travel to customer locations.

The candidate will use manuals and vendor resources to resolve issues, document statuses, and participate in onboarding training. Strong communication and technical skills are essential, along with flexibility for travel.

Qualifications

• Direct hands-on experience servicing, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining Makino CNC machine tools is required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency with software tools (e.g., Microsoft Office); laptop, smartphone, and apps used daily.
• Strong technical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours with travel throughout a regional territory.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC machine tool equipment and controls. Makino provides a company vehicle; gas and travel expenses are covered.
• Use online technical documentation, manuals, and vendor resources to research and resolve machine issues.
• Complete and submit accurate documentation to Makino and customers regarding machine status, repairs, and installations.
• Perform and promote preventive maintenance on customer equipment and provide after-sales technical support and training.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of the machine tool industry and Makino product lines.
• Participate in training on CNC repair and Makino equipment during onboarding.

Skills

Hands-on CNC service

Read drawings & schematics

Communication & presentation

Travel willingness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Makino is seeking a CNC Technician Level 2 or Sr. to support the Greater Chicago, IL region. The role requires hands-on repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of Makino CNC machine tools at customer sites, often from home with travel to customer locations.

The candidate will use manuals and vendor resources to resolve issues, document statuses, and participate in onboarding training. Strong communication and technical skills are essential, along with flexibility for travel.