Field Service Engineer – Hydraulic Systems (Iowa Territory)

Bosch Group; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

HydraForce, a Bosch company, is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support customers throughout the Iowa service territory. This customer-facing role provides hands-on technical support for hydraulic systems, manages warranty claims, and collaborates with internal teams to resolve field issues.

You will troubleshoot hydraulic systems, coordinate repairs and RMAs, and apply structured problem-solving to deliver timely, effective solutions in the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a minimum of four years of relevant technical experience in a manufacturing, hydraulic, or similarly technical environment.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics.
• Demonstrated mechanical and technical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate technical issues and identify root causes.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support to customers throughout the assigned territory, including troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and field service needs.
• Diagnose hydraulic system and component issues, including leaks, pressure loss, valve malfunctions, and other failure modes.
• Repair or replace components to restore proper system operation when feasible and approved by the customer.
• Support customers in resolving product quality, warranty, and technical concerns.
• Lead or support root cause analysis using 8D methodology and other OEM/problem-solving tools.
• Coordinate and manage RMAs and communicate with internal teams for timely issue resolution.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or 4+

Read hydraulic schematics

Troubleshooting abilities

Strong communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

HydraForce, a Bosch company, is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support customers throughout the Iowa service territory. This customer-facing role provides hands-on technical support for hydraulic systems, manages warranty claims, and collaborates with internal teams to resolve field issues.

You will troubleshoot hydraulic systems, coordinate repairs and RMAs, and apply structured problem-solving to deliver timely, effective solutions in the field.