Global Field Service Engineer – Industrial Automation

Sun Recruiting, Inc.; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer for the Industrial Automation & International Deployments role in the Menomonee Falls, WI area.

The position involves first shift shop work, extensive domestic and international travel, FAT/SAT activities, and direct interaction with design engineers. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hands-on machinery service/commissioning, strong schematic skills, and a passport ready for global deployments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on field service/commissioning experience on electro‑mechanical industrial machinery or capital equipment.
• Able to interpret multi‑page electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics with minimal oversight.
• Willing and able to travel 40–70 days per year with a valid passport.
• Strong customer-facing communication and professional demeanor.
• Reside within a daily commute of Menomonee Falls, WI and possess a field service toolset.
• Authorized to work in the United States (Citizen or Green Card).

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site machinery installations, system integrations, and SAT at client facilities worldwide.
• Apply diagnostic principles to isolate faults and implement lasting technical solutions.
• Perform PLC and HMI software downloads; work in high‑voltage panels and drives.
• Schedule and lead internal FAT procedures before shipment.
• Submit Engineering Change Requests based on field insights.
• Oversee technical setup and electrical hookups for industry trade shows.

Skills

Field experience depth

Schematic interpretation

Global travel readiness

Effective communication

Local commuting

US work authorization

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000/Logix

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer for the Industrial Automation & International Deployments role in the Menomonee Falls, WI area.

The position involves first shift shop work, extensive domestic and international travel, FAT/SAT activities, and direct interaction with design engineers. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hands-on machinery service/commissioning, strong schematic skills, and a passport ready for global deployments.