Field Application Engineer

System One; Leetsdale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Job summary

System One is seeking a Field Application Engineer for onsite work in Leetsdale, PA. The role focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment to meet technical specs and safety standards.

You will perform routine maintenance and diagnostics while supporting customers with technical guidance. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude is required, with experience in field service and the ability to travel 2–3 nights per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum two years of experience in field service, maintenance, or equipment installation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Willingness to travel 2–3 nights per week.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment per specs and safety rules.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections to keep equipment peak.
• Diagnose problems and identify effective solutions.
• Support customers with technical guidance on operation and repair.
• Document visits, repairs, and parts used accurately.
• Adhere to industry regulations and internal procedures.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams through the service process.
• Support assembly operations and field testing of deployed products.
• Collaborate with product and sales to resolve field issues and provide product info.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostic tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Hand and power tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Field Application Engineer
Location: Leetsdale, PA
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $67,000.00
Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment or systems in line with technical specifications and safety requirements
• Carry out routine maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running at peak performance
• Diagnose technical problems and identify effective solutions
• Support customers with technical guidance related to equipment operation and repair
• Keep accurate documentation of service visits, repairs performed, and parts consumed
• Adhere to applicable industry regulations and internal procedures
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams throughout the service process
• Support assembly operations and routine testing of products deployed in field applications
• Partner with product and sales teams to resolve field issues, clarify customer needs, and supply technical product information

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical) required
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in field service, maintenance, or equipment installation required
• Experience with hydraulic systems preferred
• Proficiency with hand and power tools required
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required
• Knowledge of fluid power systems preferred
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems required
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability required
• Capable of managing workload independently required
• Familiarity with hydraulic filtration systems and fluid power components preferred
• Experience with diagnostic tools and software preferred
• Valid driver's license required
• Valid passport preferred
• Certified Fluid Power – Hydraulic Specialist certification preferred; willingness to obtain required
• Regular travel required (including driving), with overnight travel 2–3 nights per week

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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