Field Service Engineer- Electro Mechanical

Jobot; Chicago Heights (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain advanced laser and scanning systems at customer sites across North America. This remote‑friendly, travel‑heavy role requires hands‑on expertise in electromechanical systems, industrial automation, and field troubleshooting, with training in France to become fully qualified on our technology.

You will read complex schematics, diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC related issues,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Field Service or Industrial Maintenance.
• Strong electromechanical and automation troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
• PLC troubleshooting experience required; PLC programming a plus.
• Ability to travel 50–75% across the USA.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and start up advanced laser and scanning systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting and diagnose automation-related issues.
• Travel approximately 50–75% throughout the USA.
• Provide technical support to customers and collaborate with global engineering teams.
• Complete detailed service reports and maintain accurate service records.
• Configure system software and verify equipment performance and measurement accuracy.

Skills

Field Service

Electromechanical

Automation

Controls

Industrial Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Schematic Reading

PLC Troubleshooting

PLC Programming

Customer Facing

Independent Work

Travel 50-75%

Job description

Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year

Remote opportunity with Travel!

A bit about us:

We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain advanced laser and scanning systems at customer sites throughout North America.

This is a highly hands‑on role for someone with strong expertise in electromechanical systems, industrial automation, and field troubleshooting. The ideal candidate is comfortable reading complex schematics and diagnosing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC‑related issues.

A brief training period in France will be provided to become fully trained on the company’s technology and systems.

Why join us?

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• pto
• and more!

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and start up advanced laser and scanning systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting and diagnose automation‑related issues.
• PLC programming experience is a plus, but not required.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, and system upgrades.
• Configure system software and verify equipment performance and measurement accuracy.
• Provide technical support directly to customers and collaborate with global engineering teams.
• Complete detailed service reports and maintain accurate service records.
• Travel approximately 50–75% throughout the USA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Field Service, Electromechanical, Automation, Controls, or Industrial Maintenance.
• Strong understanding of electromechanical systems.
• Excellent electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Strong schematic‑reading ability is required.
• PLC troubleshooting experience is required.
• Experience with pneumatic systems, motors, drives, sensors, and industrial automation.
• Previous equipment installation and commissioning experience preferred.
• Strong customer‑facing communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.