Field Service Engineer - Automation

Gea Group; Oakdale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA is seeking a seasoned specialist to lead installation, service, and repair of liquid filling equipment. You will oversee on-site teams, collaborate with subcontractors, and ensure safety standards during interventions.

Qualified candidates have a strong electrical/mechanical background, extensive experience with filling lines, and the ability to read schematics. Travel up to 80% (including international) is required.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree or filling equipment certificate.
• 10+ years of liquid filling equipment installation, service, and repair.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Proficient with hand tools and troubleshooting software.
• Ability to read schematics and electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Restart lines post-maintenance or modification.
• Prepare detailed technical reports on activities.
• Coordinate on-site activities with sub-contractors and external technicians.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards during interventions.
• Assist in developing new products and upgrades; input on equipment layout.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and automation issues on filling lines.
• Perform software/hardware modifications and retrofits to filling lines.
• Recommend upgrades to customers on filling lines.
• Provide remote support to customers as needed.

Skills

Automation hardware

Automation software

Electrical systems

Schematics reading

Leadership

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Filling Equipment Certificate

Hands-on experience

Job description

Responsibilities / Tasks

Responsibilities:

• Conduct line/machine restarts post-maintenance or modification.
• Prepare detailed technical reports on performed and upcoming activities.
• Coordinate on-site activities with sub-contractors and external technicians.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards during interventions, collaborating with the Site Coordinator and Service Project Manager.
• Assist in the development of new products and upgrades, providing input on equipment layout for new projects.
• Perform troubleshooting of mechanical and automation issues with filler and filling line.
• Carry out software and / or hardware modifications and / or retrofits and upgrades to filler and filling line.
• Recommend upgrades to customers on filling line.
• Provide remote support to customers on an as needed basis via mobile phone and / or teams.

Technical Expertise:

• Lead software upgrades independently.
• Troubleshoot complex process issues in LPT equipment.
• Lead teams in installation and equipment commissioning.
• Create detailed SOPs for equipment and systems.
• Inspect, repair, and optimize beverage and filling equipment.

Provide technical training to customers and internal stakeholders

Your Profile / Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Proficient with Automation hardware, software, networks, and electrical
• Electrical Engineering Degree, Filling Equipment Certificate, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 10+ years of experience in liquid filling equipment installation, service, and repair.
• Proficient in hand tools, troubleshooting software, and electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical background with the ability to read and understand schematics.
• Ability to lead on-site teams and work independently.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
• Proficient with Microsoft products.

Travel and Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%, including international trips.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter, able to work with minimal direction.

Educational Background:

• Electrical Engineering Degree, Filling Equipment Certificate, or equivalent years of hands-on experience in mechanical work on liquid filling and / or beverage equipment.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in a Liquid filling equipment, mechanical installation, service, and repair / troubleshooting.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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