Field Service Engineer

Broetje Automation; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 46,838 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Broetje Automation is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support customers in Kinston, NC. The role involves electrical and controls engineering for new equipment, servicing Siemens PLC/HMI and motion systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Travel to customer sites is required, with up to 50% travel to Charleston, SC and Kinston, NC. The position requires a BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) and 3+ years in industrial automation.

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in electrical design and control systems.
• Experience with robotics, machine tools, and industrial automation.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLCs and CNC systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise for new equipment.
• Serve as SME in control systems and system integration.
• Travel to customer sites for commissioning and support.
• Maintain logs and records of duties performed.

Skills

Electrical design fundamentals

Machine/motion control

Robotics

System integration

PLC programming knowledge

Strong communication

Education

BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred

Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years experience

Tools

Siemens Step 7 PLC

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

CNC troubleshooting

Siemens 840D/WINCC

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Position available in: Kinston, NC

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


• 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 or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, BS in Computer Science, 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.

Desirable Experience:

• Industrial automation industry or equivalent 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


• 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


• Must have shift flexibility


• Open to working weekend shifts – (3) 12-hour shifts


• Must be able to travel to customer sites, primarily Charleston, SC and Kinston, NC (50%+ travel expected)

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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