Field Service Engineer - Chicago

PTS Advance; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PTS Advance is seeking a dedicated professional to support customers and field teams in the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of power system equipment. The role requires a high school diploma and 9+ years of hands-on experience in power systems, along with knowledge of medium- and low-voltage equipment. The job involves significant travel (up to 60%) and focuses on delivering high-quality service to strengthen customer relationships.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of hands-on experience in power systems, commissioning, testing, or maintenance.
• Formal education can be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and commission equipment related to power delivery.
• Support planned and unplanned outages as needed.
• Work closely with field engineers and leadership to execute projects efficiently.

Skills

Hands-on experience in power systems

Knowledge of medium- and low-voltage switchgear

Familiarity with generators and transformers

Experience with protective relays

Understanding of PLCs and DCS systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Testing equipment and instrumentation

Job description

Details

In this role, you'll take the lead in supporting customers and field teams with the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of a variety of power system equipment. This includes systems related to power delivery, drives, and controls. You'll play a key part in keeping critical equipment up and running while helping guide on‑site activities.

Work Model: Remote (with travel)

What You'll Do

• Follow all safety policies and procedures, both internal and on customer sites
• Install, maintain, repair, and commission equipment related to power delivery, control systems, outages, and power quality
• Support planned and unplanned outages as needed
• Work closely with field engineers and leadership to execute projects efficiently
• Build strong working relationships with teammates and customers
• Deliver a high level of service that helps drive repeat business and referrals

What You Bring

• High school diploma and 9+ years of hands‑on experience in power systems, commissioning, testing, or maintenance
• Formal education can be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis
• Medium- and low-voltage switchgear
• Power panels and motor control centers (MCCs)
• Generators and transformers
• Electromechanical equipment
• Protective relays (testing and installation)
• PLCs and DCS systems
• Electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Testing equipment and instrumentation
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 60%