Field Service Engineer

Broetje Automation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid healthcare

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

International travel

Job summary

Broetje Automation, a leader in aircraft manufacturing automation, seeks a Field Service Engineer for Savannah, GA. You will provide electrical and controls engineering support for new equipment and system introductions, and operate as a subject matter expert in Siemens PLC, HMI, and motion control during site commissions.

The role requires hands-on automation experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to travel to customer sites (50%+), with opportunities for international travel.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics preferred.
• 3+ years in industrial automation or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on automation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise for new equipment and systems.
• Serve as internal SME for control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, motion control).
• Apply electronics, circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming knowledge.
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical design

Robotics

PLC programming

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Technical Certificate

Tools

Siemens STEP7

TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

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

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