Field Service Engineer/Technician

Jobgether; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive travel across NA

Career growth opportunities

Autonomy in field-based work

Global organization exposure

Job summary

Jobgether seeks a Field Service Engineer/Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain advanced industrial equipment at customer facilities. You will work with machinery, automation, electrical systems, and controls to solve complex technical challenges.

Expect to travel 75–80% across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, performing repairs, upgrades, and preventive maintenance while training customer staff and documenting service activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or technical degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience reading schematics, wiring diagrams and ladder logic.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, startup, commission, troubleshoot, and support industrial equipment at customer facilities.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and automation control systems.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and controls issues and implement fixes.
• Perform upgrades, repairs, preventive maintenance, and field service activities.
• Train operators and maintenance personnel on operation and maintenance practices.
• Document service activities and modifications with detailed reports.
• Travel extensively across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to service customers.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

CAD/SolidWorks

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Controls Eng degree

Engineering Technology degree or related cert

7+ years of industrial experience (for HS diploma path)

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Field Service Engineer/Technician based in the United States.

This hands-on field role focuses on installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining advanced industrial equipment at customer facilities.

You’ll work directly with machinery, automation, electrical systems, and controls to solve complex technical challenges in real-world environments.

The position combines independent fieldwork with customer interaction, technical problem-solving, and equipment optimization.

You’ll help customers maximize equipment performance through repairs, upgrades, preventive maintenance, and technical support.

The role also includes training operators and maintenance teams and documenting service activities and programming changes.

With approximately 75–80% travel across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the position is well suited to someone who enjoys variety, travel, and working close to industrial technology.

Accountabilities

• Install, start up, commission, troubleshoot, and support industrial equipment at customer facilities.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and automation control systems, identifying and resolving control-related issues.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and controls problems and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform equipment upgrades, repairs, preventive maintenance, and other field service activities to maintain reliable machine performance.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical drawings to support installation and troubleshooting.
• Train customer operators and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance practices.
• Document service activities, programming modifications, installation work, and technical findings through accurate service reports.
• Maintain a safe, professional working environment while following applicable customer and workplace safety requirements.
• Serve as a knowledgeable and customer-focused technical resource, building strong relationships while working independently in manufacturing environments.
• Travel extensively throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, including overnight stays and occasional weekend, holiday, or extended-hour assignments.

Requirements

• Field Service Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Controls Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Field Service Technician: Associate degree or technical certificate in a related field, or a high school diploma/GED combined with 7+ years of relevant industrial experience.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting is preferred, particularly for engineering-level candidates.
• Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose issues in dynamic industrial environments.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to customers and maintenance personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CAD or SolidWorks experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with customers and internal teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 75–80% throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with international travel potentially available.
• Ability to work around manufacturing machinery, noise, grease, dust, and other industrial conditions.
• Ability to stand, bend, climb, kneel, and work around machinery, as well as lift up to 50 pounds independently and heavier equipment with assistance.
• Ability to maintain visual and mental focus while performing technical troubleshooting and service activities.

Benefits

• Salary: $80,000–$110,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, education, and geographic location.
• Technology: Opportunity to work with advanced industrial machinery, automation, and engineering technologies.
• Career growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a global organization.
• Autonomy: Independent field-based work with significant responsibility for customer support and technical problem-solving.
• Customer exposure: Direct interaction with manufacturing customers across North America and opportunities to develop broad industry experience.
• Travel opportunities: Extensive travel across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with potential international assignments.
• Work environment: A people-focused culture emphasizing growth, collaboration, innovation, and meaningful work.
• Equal opportunity: An inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations during the hiring process when required.
• Pre-employment screening: Employment may be subject to applicable background, reference, employment verification, drug, or skills screening.

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