Field Service Engineer

Broetje Automation-USA; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

PTO + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Overtime pay

International travel

Job summary

Broetje Automation-USA is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support installation, commissioning and service at customer sites in Wichita, KS. You will apply electrical and controls knowledge to diagnose problems and implement solutions on complex automation systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs, HMI and CNC tooling, plus 50–70% travel to customer sites and occasional weekend work. A BS or technical certificate in engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in electrical design, control systems and robotics.
• Experience with PLC programming and hardware integration.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical control panels and CNCs.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering support for new equipment.
• Act as SME for Siemens PLC, HMI, motion systems and sensors.
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical design

Machine control

Robotics

Programming

System integration

PLC programming

Education

BS in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Technical Certificate or BS in Electrical/Mechanical Eng

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

CNC troubleshooting

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Position available in: Wichita, KS

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
• Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected)
• Must be able and willing to work weekends (OVERTIME)
• 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

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