Field Service Engineer: CNC Grinding Machines

JTEKT MACHINERY AMERICAS CORPORATION; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 109,326,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBSIL health insurance

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D

Bi-annual bonus

401(k) with match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

JTEKT MACHINERY AMERICAS CORPORATION is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC machine tools at customer sites across the US. You will ensure reliable performance and high customer satisfaction through expert on-site service and remote support.

The role requires 5+ years in machine tool maintenance, PLC/FANUC exposure, and a willingness to travel 100% (overnight and weekend trips). Competitive benefits and starting pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ machine tool maintenance/technology experience (electrical and mechanical).
• 5+ years’ remote technical support in the machine tool industry.
• 5+ years’ installation/maintenance of machining centers, including CNC geometry checks and adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Install CNC machine tool systems and all accessories at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot and identify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or application issues.
• Coordinate resolutions and suggest repairs or replacements for CNC tools.
• Provide on-site and remote support to customers, distributors, and colleagues.
• Manage projects and deliver training as needed.
• Assist with trade shows and service support as required.
• Travel 100%, including overnight and occasional weekend trips.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Remote support

Machine tool maintenance

CNC geometry checks

Troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical eng

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

FANUC Controls

Microsoft Office

Job description

JTEKT MACHINERY AMERICAS CORPORATION is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC machine tools at customer sites across the US. You will ensure reliable performance and high customer satisfaction through expert on-site service and remote support.

The role requires 5+ years in machine tool maintenance, PLC/FANUC exposure, and a willingness to travel 100% (overnight and weekend trips). Competitive benefits and starting pay are offered.