Field Service Engineer (WA)

UVeye; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision

Company 401k Match

20 PTO days, Company paid holidays

Job summary

UVeye is seeking a Field Service Engineer to lead on-site installation, deployment, and service of our automated vehicle inspection systems across the United States, with up to 90% travel. You will guide contractors, troubleshoot field issues, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

You’ll validate sites using AutoCAD, wiring, networking, and mechanical skills, produce installation documentation, and deliver a professional customer experience while maintaining compliance and reliability

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Field Engineer or Field Technician in hardware/software installation and deployment
• Proven experience leading teams or contractors during technical installations
• Strong hands‑on skills across civil works, networking, electrical wiring, and mechanical assemblies
• Working knowledge of Linux-based systems and basic networking principles
• Demonstrated ability to write installation, service, and maintenance procedures
• Previous experience using AutoCAD or Autodesk to generate and interpret site layouts
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead discussions and provide direction clearly
• Customer‑first mindset and a high degree of resilience and adaptability under pressure
• Strong safety mindset and ability to enforce compliance at every stage of the job
• Willingness to travel up to 90% across the US
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Lead Field Installations: Own and execute on-site system installations, providing direction to contractors and ensuring projects meet engineering specifications, timelines, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Deploy and Validate Systems: Install, configure, calibrate, and validate UVeye inspection systems across electrical, mechanical, networking, and civil components, ensuring systems are fully operational before customer handoff.
• Troubleshoot Technical Issues: Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and integration issues in the field, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Deliver Maintenance and Service: Perform preventive maintenance and emergency service activities, proactively addressing issues to maximize system uptime and operational continuity.
• Ensure Safe Execution: Maintain compliance with safety standards and operational protocols, identify potential hazards, and enforce safe working practices for employees and contractors on-site.
• Assess Sites and Execute Technical Plans: Review site layouts, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using AutoCAD or similar tools. Identify and elevate discrepancies between planned and actual site conditions.
• Own the On-Site Customer Experience: Serve as the primary technical point of contact during field activities, communicating clearly, managing expectations, and delivering a professional customer experience.
• Collaborate and Document: Maintain accurate installation and service documentation, escalates complex technical issues to Engineering, R&D, and Operations, and provide field insights that support continuous improvement.

Skills

Field installation

Team leadership

AutoCAD

Linux basics

Electrical

Networking

Mechanical

Documentation

Customer facing

Safety compliance

Travel ready

Driver's license

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

At UVeye, we're on a mission to redefine vehicle safety and reliability on a global scale. Founded in 2016, we have pioneered the world's first fully automated suite of vehicle inspection systems. At the heart of this innovation lies our advanced AI-centric technology, representing the pinnacle of computer vision, machine learning, and generative AI within the automotive sector.
With over $380M in funding and strategic partnerships with industry giants such as Toyota, Amazon, General Motors, Volvo, and Hertz, our technology is utilized in manufacturing plants, dealerships, wholesale auctions, delivery fleets, security checkpoints, and more. Our growing global team of over 250+ employees is committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, encourages teamwork, and strives for excellence.
The Field Service Engineer (FSE) leads the installation, deployment, and ongoing service of UVeye’s automated vehicle inspection systems at customer sites across the United States. As the primary on-site technical authority, the FSE executes installations, guides third-party contractors, troubleshoots technical issues, and ensures deployments meet engineering, safety, and quality standards.
This is a travel-intensive role (up to 90%) requiring frequent travel between customer locations, including dealerships, manufacturing plants, logistics hubs, and other operational environments.

A day in the life and how you’ll make an impact:

• Lead Field Installations: Own and execute on-site system installations, providing direction to contractors and ensuring projects meet engineering specifications, timelines, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Deploy and Validate Systems: Install, configure, calibrate, and validate UVeye inspection systems across electrical, mechanical, networking, and civil components, ensuring systems are fully operational before customer handoff.
• Troubleshoot Technical Issues: Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and integration issues in the field, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Deliver Maintenance and Service: Perform preventive maintenance and emergency service activities, proactively addressing issues to maximize system uptime and operational continuity.
• Ensure Safe Execution: Maintain compliance with safety standards and operational protocols, identify potential hazards, and enforce safe working practices for employees and contractors on-site.
• Assess Sites and Execute Technical Plans: Review site layouts, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using AutoCAD or similar tools. Identify and elevate discrepancies between planned and actual site conditions.
• Own the On-Site Customer Experience: Serve as the primary technical point of contact during field activities, communicating clearly, managing expectations, and delivering a professional customer experience.
• Collaborate and Document: Maintain accurate installation and service documentation, escalates complex technical issues to Engineering, R&D, and Operations, and provide field insights that support continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience as a Field Engineer or Field Technician in hardware/software installation and deployment
• Proven experience leading teams or contractors during technical installations
• Strong hands‑on skills across civil works, networking, electrical wiring, and mechanical assemblies
• Working knowledge of Linux-based systems and basic networking principles
• Demonstrated ability to write installation, service, and maintenance procedures
• Previous experience using AutoCAD or Autodesk to generate and interpret site layouts
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead discussions and provide direction clearly
• Customer‑first mindset and a high degree of resilience and adaptability under pressure
• Strong safety mindset and ability to enforce compliance at every stage of the job
• Willingness to travel up to 90% across the US
• Valid driver’s license

Ideally, we’re looking for:

• Technical certification or trade school training
• Basic familiarity with Linux systems
• Experience working in customer‑facing environments

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

This role is field-based and requires 100% travel across customer locations within the United States. Responsibilities may include: Extended periods of standing, walking, and working on active job sites. Working in and around vehicle service areas, dealerships, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and outdoor environments. Performing physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling equipment up to 50 lbs. Frequent bending, reaching, climbing, and manual handling of tools or components. Working in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, noise, and dust. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, helmets, gloves, and eye protection, as required. The role requires a high level of mobility, physical stamina, and the ability to safely perform hands‑on technical work in diverse operational environments.

Benefits we offer:

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company 401k Match
• 20 PTO days, Company paid holidays
• Competitive wages with overtime over 40 hours
• Career growth as we scale across the US

Compensation:

UVeye provides salary ranges that comply with the New Jersey State Law on salary transparency in job advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, location, education, and operational needs. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentives or other forms of compensation or benefits. The annual base salary range for this position is $32/hr – $38/hr.

Why UVeye:

• Pioneer Advanced Solutions: Harness cutting‑edge technologies in AI, machine learning, and computer vision to revolutionize vehicle inspections.
• Drive Global Impact: Your innovations will play a crucial role in enhancing automotive safety and reliability, impacting lives and businesses on an international scale.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Participate in a journey of rapid development, surrounded by groundbreaking advancements and strategic industry partnerships.

Check out our Life at UVeye page to learn more about the employee experience.

UVeye is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.