Controls Field Support Engineer

Rexroth; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Controls Field Support Engineer to leverage expertise in control theory, software design, and machine troubleshooting. The role involves field work, integrating distributed controls, and collaborating with technical teams to enhance machine performance. Ideal candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and a degree in a technical discipline, alongside relevant experience. This position includes travel to customer sites approximately 30% of the time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience in software debugging and machine troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform test and measurement of control systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and restore function of computer controlled machines in the field.
• Collaborate with engineering and sales to enhance machine performance.
• Support control issues at customer sites.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Controls Field Support Engineer to use your knowledge of control theory, electronics and software design to animate very large, powerful, and precise hydraulic machines in all parts of the USA. See your machines come alive by assisting in-house testing, and performing site commissioning and troubleshooting.

• Troubleshoot and restore function of computer controlled machines in the field.
• Learn about control system theory, closed and open loop solutions and their implementations in software.
• Use your knowledge of high level and scripting languages to commission graphical user interfaces, hosted on computer, web or mobile phones to allow users to operate and visualize machines in motion.
• Troubleshoot computer controlled system hardware and sensors.
• Integrate distributed controls using ethernet or other industrial network.
• Become the expert for Bosch Rexroth brand programmable and configurable electronics.
• Collaborate with mechanical/hydraulic engineering, sales & customer to bring hydraulic machines into high performance use.
• Provide support regarding control issues at customer sites.
• Perform other essential and peripheral duties as may be necessary.
• Able to travel to domestic and international customer sites with little advance notice (approximately 30%)

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution (ex. CHEA, ABET) Or BS in a technical field
• 3+ years relevant experience (software debugging, electrical and machine troubleshooting)
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Perform test and measurement of control systems
• Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Clear and accurate problem solving ability

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

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