Field Service Engineer - Machining Centers

JTEKT MACHINERY AMERICAS; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

JTEKT Machinery Americas is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install CNC machine tool systems at customer sites and provide expert repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting support. The role includes on-site and remote assistance, project management, and training delivery across the US Midwest and beyond.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year engineering degree or equivalent experience and at least 5 years in machine tool maintenance and installation of machining centers, with familiarity with CNC

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering field.
• 5 years machine tool maintenance/technology experience including electrical and mechanical systems.
• 5 years installation/maintenance of machining centers including CNC geometry checks and adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Install CNC machine tool systems and accessories at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot 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.
• Travel 100% including overnight and occasional weekend trips.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical

Field service

Customer support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics / Electrical / Mechanical / Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

FANUC Controls

PLC programming

Job description

The Field Service Engineer provides expert installation troubleshooting repair and maintenance support to ensure reliable machine performance and high customer satisfaction Looking for candidates with experience installing and servicing Horizontal or Vertical Machining Centers

Key Responsibilities

• Install CNC machine tool systems and all accessories at customer sites
• Troubleshoot and identify causes of 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

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechatronics Electrical Mechanical Industrial Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• 5 years machine tool maintenancetechnology experience electrical and mechanical metal cutting machinery preferred
• 5 years installationmaintenance of machining centers including CNC geometry checks and adjustments metal cutting machinery preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years remote technical support in the machine tool industry
• Knowledge of PLC programmingtroubleshooting control systems FANUC Controls and power circuits
• Experience with Microsoft suite of products Word Excel PowerPoint etc
• OSHA 10 Certification in General Industry or Construction

Why Join the JTEKT Machinery Team

Excellent benefits including

• BCBSIL health insurance with low premiums and deductibles
• Company paid Short and Long Term Disability and Basic Life & AD&DBi annual bonus opportunity
• Safe Harbor 401k match
• 10 paid holidays
• 15 days of PTO to start with more earned over time
• Company culture focused on connection annual sporting events family events holiday celebrations and regular company updates with lunch
• Growth focused environment with training and advancement opportunities

Starting pay 2900 hr with offers based on experience education and qualifications