Field Service Engineer — Travel & Automation

ProAutomated Inc; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem for meals

Mileage reimbursement

Utilization bonuses

Weekend bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Flexible time off after 18 months

Job summary

ProAutomated Inc. is seeking technically skilled professionals for field-based engineering roles across North America. The position offers paid training, a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, and travel-centered work with per diem and bonuses.

You will join a team that travels to client sites, provides startup and testing support, and grows with a clear path within the company. Expect five on/two off or longer rotation schedules, relocation assistance, and a benefits package including health and

Qualifications

• Technical degree or 3+ years hands-on experience in electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Live within 50 miles of a major airport; relocation assistance available.
• Personal vehicle within 45 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support data center startups with on-site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
• Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse and manufacturing systems.
• Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, validate, and troubleshoot systems on-site.
• Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams.
• Travel rotations follow 5 on-2 off, 10 on-4 off, or 14 on-7 off across various locations.
• Work with customers and the ProAutomated team to tackle challenges on projects.

Skills

Electrical systems

Programming

Networking

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Technical degree

3+ years hands-on experience

Job description

ProAutomated Inc. is seeking technically skilled professionals for field-based engineering roles across North America. The position offers paid training, a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, and travel-centered work with per diem and bonuses.

You will join a team that travels to client sites, provides startup and testing support, and grows with a clear path within the company. Expect five on/two off or longer rotation schedules, relocation assistance, and a benefits package including health and