Field Service Engineer — Travel & Automation

ProAutomated Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAutomated Inc. seeks a travel‑oriented field service engineer to support data center startups and automation projects across North America.

You’ll perform on‑site electrical, mechanical, and control checks, lead startup and acceptance testing, and work closely with engineers to test and validate systems while traveling on rotating schedules. Training and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience: working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to rotating schedules.

Responsibilities

• Support data center startups, performing on-site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
• Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems.
• Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
• Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams to keep progress on track.
• Travel rotations follow a schedule (e.g., 5 on–2 off, 10 on–4 off, 14 on–7 off).
• Work with various customers to gain real-world experience with large companies.

Skills

Travel love

Electrical systems

Programming

Networking

Communication

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience (3+ years) in electrical/mechanical/automation engineering

Job description

ProAutomated Inc. seeks a travel‑oriented field service engineer to support data center startups and automation projects across North America.

You’ll perform on‑site electrical, mechanical, and control checks, lead startup and acceptance testing, and work closely with engineers to test and validate systems while traveling on rotating schedules. Training and growth opportunities are provided.