Field Service Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

100% paid healthcare

3 weeks PTO + 13 holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000/yr

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Broetje Automation is seeking a Field Service Engineer in Savannah, GA, to provide electrical and controls support for new equipment and system introductions. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, system integration, and travel to customer sites.

Ideal candidates have a BS or technical degree with 3+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/Siemens experience, and a proven ability to diagnose complex automation problems while working with clients and vendors.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics or comparable experience in industrial robotics/machine tools
• Technical Certificate or BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years in industrial automation
• Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment and system introductions
• Subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), 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
• Maintain logs and written records of duties performed

Skills

Electrical design

Machine control

Robotics

PLC programming

Diagnostics

Education

BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Technical certificate or BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

3+ years industrial automation experience

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

CNC troubleshooting

HMI development

PLC programming

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Position available in:

Savannah, GA

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
• 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