Field Service Engineer

Broetje Automation-USA; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Healthcare coverage

PTO + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Overtime pay

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Broetje Automation USA in Everett, WA seeks a Field Service Engineer to provide electrical and controls expertise for new equipment and systems. You will act as an SME for Siemens PLC/HMI, motion control, sensors, and electromechanical devices, with a focus on integration and commissioning.

Travel to customer sites is expected at 50–70%, and you will troubleshoot, install, and document service activities while collaborating with teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics or equivalent with industrial robotics experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical design, machine control, and system integration.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical panels and PLCs; willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering support for new equipment and systems.
• Serve as SME for Siemens PLC/HMI, motion control, sensors, and electromechanical devices.
• Travel to customer sites for commissioning and service; keep logs of duties.

Skills

Electrical design

Controls

Mechatronics

Robotics

Programming

System integration

Education

BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Technical Certificate or BS in Electrical/Mechanical

Tools

Siemens Step 7 PLC

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

CNC troubleshooting

NC Controllers Siemens 840D

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Position available in: Everett, WA

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).

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
• Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
• Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected)
• Must be able and willing to work weekends (OVERTIME)
• 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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