Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry

ProAutomated

Denver (CO)

Remote

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation and flexible time off

Per diem for meals and mileage reimbursement

Bonuses for utilization and weekend work

Job summary

A leading automation services provider seeks a Field Service Engineer in Denver, CO. This role requires a genuine love of travel and involves on-site support for automation projects. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree or equivalent experience in electrical or mechanical engineering, along with knowledge of electrical systems and strong communication skills. Benefits include a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, flexible work arrangements, and investment in your career growth.

Qualifications

Must live within 50 miles of a major airport.
Ability to travel regularly and work long hours.
Personal vehicle within 45 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Support data center startups, performing on-site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems.
Partner with engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical systems

Programming skills

Communication networking skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience (3+ years)

Job description

Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry

ProAutomated

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Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Work + Travel, Combined.
You’ll experience new cities, tackle unique projects, and earn all your own travel rewards while working directly with customers across North America. There is no office to report to, and you’ll be away from home while you’re working.

Fair Pay That Grows With You.
Starting salary $60,000–$75,000 , depending on location, education, and experience.
You’ll also receive per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, weekend bonuses and more. We don’t have endless budgets, but we do have endless trust, teamwork, and appreciation of knowing every person by name.

Room to Grow.
We invest in your development through paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. Learn, advance, and build a career that can take you in multiple directions. We will be your biggest cheerleaders of growth, even if you’re not with ProAutomated forever.

Real Benefits + Real Flexibility.
Health, dental, and life insurance, a matching 401(k), short & long term disability options, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months. We take care of you, on and off the job.

A Team That Gives You Community.
We’re a smaller, people‑first company where teamwork, adaptability, and humor are part of the job. All of our leaders have grown into their positions at ProAutomated, so your manager has done what they’re asking you to do. We hold each other to high standards, accept none of us are perfect, and push for excellence. You’ll be surrounded by people who have your back.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be part of the team that keeps automation projects moving. At ProAutomated, we don’t install systems, we partner with system integrators and manufacturers to ensure everything works flawlessly when it matters most.

Support data center startups, performing on‑site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems in industries like food and beverage.
Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate their systems on‑site.
Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams to keep progress smooth and accurate.
Typical travel rotations follow a days on & off schedule: 5 on - 2 off , 10 on – 4 off , or 14 on – 7 off . Every project brings new challenges and new locations.
Work with various customers, getting invaluable real world experience with massive companies, but with the ProAutomated team supporting you.

What We’re Looking For

A genuine love of travel, expect to be away from home on rotation (we’ll handle the logistics).
Preferred experience: have a working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking skills.
Adaptability and grit, you thrive when plans change and challenges pop up.
Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
Must live within 50 miles of a major airport (relocation assistance available).
Personal vehicle within 45 days of employment (for local projects).
Authorized to work in the U.S.
A technical degree or equivalent hands‑on experience (3+ years) in a related field such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.

Physical Requirements

The below physical requirements are considered essential functions of the role.

Ability to walk long distances across large facilities or job sites as part of daily work activities.
Climb ladders, stairs, or work at heights.
Lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
Stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods
Work in varied environments (construction sites, outdoor, hot/cold)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Ready for a Career That Takes You Places?

If you want a career that’s challenging, travel‑filled, and far from ordinary, where your effort actually matters, we’d love to meet you.

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ProAutomated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members feel respected and supported. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

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