Field Service Engineer

LECO Corporation; Shreveport (LA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

LECO Corporation is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support the Southwestern region. The role is fully remote with travel to customer facilities for maintenance, repairs, installations, and training on analytical and metallographic instrumentation.

Ideal candidates reside near Shreveport, LA, with coverage across Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas. Travel up to four overnights per week is required, and a $5,000 signing bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Two Year Technical Degree or Trade School is required or equivalent.
• Military experience with training in a technical field is a plus.
• Equivalent technical training or experience may satisfy the education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive/general maintenance, breakdown repair and troubleshooting on instrumentation.
• Perform new instrument installations and upgrade kit installations.
• Provide training on theory, operation and maintenance practices to customers.
• Maintain accurate inventory and vehicle logs and expense reports.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Electrical installation

Electrical/electronic systems

High voltage systems

Field service readiness

Industrial electrical systems

Electrical systems & diagnostics

Electrical schematic reading

Equipment installation & wiring

Education

Two Year Technical Degree or Trade School

Military training in a technical field

Equivalent work experience in a technical field

Job description

Field Service Engineer – Southwestern

For over 90 years, LECO has been a leader in the development and production of world class laboratory instruments delivering state of the art products nationwide and across the globe. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, LECO continues to be a family-owned company that understands the value of shared interests, long-term stability, loyalty, and trust.

Schedule

Full-Time Remote, salaried position with travel

Position Summary

The Field Service Engineer role requires a motivated, self-starter who is able to work remotely with minimal supervision. The majority of time is spent at customer locations, with travel up to four overnights / five days per week depending on workload. The Field Service Engineer builds and maintains relationships as a customer facing member of the team while supporting service activities at customer facilities. This role provides maintenance, repairs, upgrades, installations, and training on analytical and metallographic instrumentation in our Southwestern Region. Primary service area comprised of one or more of the following states: Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas with travel to surrounding regions on an as-needed basis. The ideal candidate will reside near Shreveport, LA. This position offers a $5,000 signing bonus.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide preventive/general maintenance, breakdown repair, troubleshooting and corrective actions to analytical and metallographic instrumentation
• Perform new instrumentation installations as well as updates and upgrade kit installations
• Provide training on theory, operation, software, and good maintenance practices
• Maintain accurate inventory records, expense reports, and vehicle logs.

Position Requirements

• Self-motivated, having the accountability to work remotely with limited supervision.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Adhere to customer’s site and safety requirements while conducting yourself in a professional manner
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Attend instrumentation training at LECO Corporation in St. Joseph, Michigan for a period of 3-5 months
• Complete field service training with experienced field service engineers throughout the country
• Attend annual service training at LECO Corporation in St. Joseph, Michigan
• Ability to travel daily with up to four overnight hotel stays per week (Monday — Friday).
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Pass a background check and substance abuse screeningsMust be authorized to work in the US without restriction
• Strong mechanical skills, and previous experience with AC and DC electronics, or the ability to learn
• Chemistry or military background is advantageous, but not required

Education/Certifications

One or more of the following:

• Two Year Technical Degree or Trade School
• Prior Military experience with training in a technical field
• Equivalent work experience or training in a technical field

EOE M/F/VET/Disability

EOE M/F/VET/Disability

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• High Voltage Systems
• Field Service Readiness
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Equipment Installation & Wiring