Field Engineer – Utilities Maintenance (HVAC/R)

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Field Engineer, Utilities Maintenance (Refrigeration) to support electrical, HVAC/R, and boiler systems on site. You will perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, testing, and improvements while ensuring reliable equipment operation.

Work involves coordinating with planners and supervisors to align schedules and complete work within compliance windows. A high school diploma or GED plus five years of maintenance experience is required.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED and at least five years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or similar environment.
• Electrical: Journeyman Electrician license and supervisory/leadership experience preferred.
• HVAC/R: EPA Universal Refrigeration Technician certification and leadership experience preferred.
• Boiler Operations: 1st class boiler operator license and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains utility equipment supporting production schedules and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoots and implements corrective actions for performance issues.
• Supports equipment upgrades to improve performance and reliability.
• Trains equipment owners and maintenance personnel on operation and care of electro-mechanical equipment.
• Assists engineering projects involving electro-mechanical applications from design to testing and implementation.
• Follows company policy and SOPs including safety, environmental, and training requirements.
• Coordinates with Planner/Scheduler to ensure scheduling information is communicated and work orders meet compliance windows.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support operations.
• Uses CMMS to document work and ensure preventive maintenance timelines.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical knowledge

HVAC/R knowledge

Boiler operations

Education

High school degree or GED

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Field Engineer, Utilities Maintenance (Refrigeration) to support electrical, HVAC/R, and boiler systems on site. You will perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, testing, and improvements while ensuring reliable equipment operation.

Work involves coordinating with planners and supervisors to align schedules and complete work within compliance windows. A high school diploma or GED plus five years of maintenance experience is required.