Field Service Engineer

Broetje Automation-USA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare coverage

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

International travel (Germany)

Job summary

Broetje Automation-USA is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support the installation, commissioning, and service of automated aerospace equipment in Charleston, SC. You will troubleshoot electrical/control systems, perform on-site diagnostics, and collaborate with customers to optimize system performance.

The role requires hands-on automation experience, willingness to travel extensively, and the ability to work weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on automation experience.
• Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected).

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment and system introductions.
• Serve as an internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control), system integration, sensors, and electromechanical devices.
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming.
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support.

Skills

Electrical design principles

Machine/motion control systems

Robotics

PLC programming languages

Troubleshooting electrical control

Strong communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens Step 7 PLC

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

HMI systems

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Position available in: Charleston, SC

Job Type: Full time

Positions Available: 2

Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).

Shift Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM


• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM


• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Shift Differential:

• 1.75 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekend (OVERTIME)

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 – 43.00/hour, plus overtime & shift differential


• 6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period


• 100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)


• Disability plan & group life insurance program


• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays


• Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr


• International travel opportunities (Germany)

Required Education:

• BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools


• Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience


• Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience


• Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience

Desirable Experience:

• Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience


• Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One


• CNC troubleshooting experience


• Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)


• Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems

Qualifications:

• Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration


• Understanding of PLC programming languages


• Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels


• CNC troubleshooting experience


• Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC


• Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc


• Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected)


• Must be able and willing to work weekends (OVERTIME)


• Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors


• Experience with aerial platforms and working at heights


• Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbs


• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environment

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions


• Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices


• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming


• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support


• Maintain logs & written records of duties performed

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