Field Service Engineer/Controls Engineer

Delta Technology, LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Technology, LLC is seeking a Field Service Engineer/Controls Engineer for full-time, on-site work in Tempe, AZ. You will install, commission, and service automated equipment and control systems at customer facilities, diagnosing issues and providing hands-on technical support to minimize downtime.

The role requires on-site travel to client sites, strong documentation skills, and the ability to train customer personnel on proper operation and maintenance of systems.

Qualifications

• Must have field service experience with industrial automation or controls equipment, including on-site installation and commissioning.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including PLCs and related hardware.
• Ability to provide technical support and preventive maintenance with clear documentation of work performed.
• Customer service skills to support training and effective communication with diverse client teams.
• Knowledge of robotics, motion control, sensors, and industrial networking is beneficial.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service automated equipment and control systems at customer sites.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls issues; perform preventive maintenance.
• Document service activities and train customer personnel on operation and maintenance.
• Communicate findings clearly and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Field service experience

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Customer service

Robotics & control systems

Reading engineering drawings

Travel readiness

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering degree or technical diploma

Tools

PLC hardware & programming

Job description

Company Description

Delta Technology, LLC is an established automation integrator and strategic partner that has been solving complex manufacturing challenges with robotics, automation, and custom solutions since 1997. The company delivers solutions ranging from simple operator-assist fixtures to fully automated production lines for organizations of all sizes. Delta Technology serves diverse industries, including medical, automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, machine tools, and plastics manufacturing. Its capabilities span production line automation, machine design and build, automated testing equipment, and control systems, as well as specialized handling, inspection, and cleaning processes. This breadth of experience enables team members to work on technically challenging, varied projects that directly impact customers’ manufacturing performance.

Role Description

The Field Service Engineer/Controls Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Tempe, AZ. This role focuses on installing, commissioning, and servicing automated equipment and control systems at customer facilities, ensuring reliable performance and minimal downtime. Day-to-day tasks include diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues, performing preventive maintenance, and providing technical support to customers in person and remotely. The engineer will interpret schematics and technical documentation, make configuration changes to PLCs or other control systems, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement improvements. The role includes documenting service activities, training customer personnel on proper operation and maintenance, and representing Delta Technology professionally to support strong, long-term customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated field service experience with industrial automation or controls equipment, including on-site installation and commissioning.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including PLCs and related hardware.
• Ability to provide technical support and preventive maintenance services, with clear documentation of work performed.
• Customer service skills that support effective communication, training, and relationship-building with diverse client teams.
• Working knowledge of robotics, motion control, sensors, and industrial networking is highly beneficial.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness and ability to travel to customer sites as needed and work in manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple service assignments independently.