International Field Service Technician Siemens PLCs

Heinrich Georg GmbH; Deutschland; Remote; USD 51,879 - 69,172; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive support and onboarding

Flexible scheduling

International travel opportunities

Pleasant work environment

Job summary

A leading mechanical engineering firm is seeking experienced Service Technicians to work internationally. Responsibilities include performing repairs and maintenance on complex systems, conducting inspections, and providing customer support. Ideal candidates will have vocational training in a metalworking trade and strong knowledge of Siemens technology and control software. The role requires flexibility for domestic and international travel, as well as good English skills. A supportive work environment and comprehensive onboarding ensure success in this role.

Qualifications

• High level of commitment and flexibility, with a willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Experience in independent troubleshooting, inspections, and maintenance of machines.
• Strong knowledge of application engineering desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, inspections, and maintenance on machines.
• Conduct internal and customer acceptance inspections.
• Prepare acceptance reports and document technical data.
• Conduct tests for fault analysis and software adaptations.
• Provide customer support on-site and online.

Skills

Siemens S7 PLCs

TIA

Drive technology

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Mechanical knowledge

Good English skills

Education

Completed vocational training in a metalworking trade

State-certified electrical engineer

Job description

You'll never work alone.

But always with the best.

Service Technician (m/f/d)

Location: GERMANY/Kreuztal|Sector: Service

We are looking for experienced service technicians (m/f/d) for our Service division to work on international assignments.

Your tasks

Whether it’s troubleshooting, inspections, or retrofits—whether on-site at our customers’ locations or remotely from our headquarters using our digital communication and service tools—they ensure that our GEORG systems are serviced on time and to the highest standards for our customers worldwide.

• Independently performing repairs, inspections, and maintenance on our range of machines and systems both domestically and internationally
• Conducting internal pre-acceptance inspections and providing support and assistance during acceptance inspections at the customer’s facility
• Preparing the acceptance report and documenting the actual technical data
• Independently conducting tests for fault analysis
• Adapting control software to on-site requirements, in coordination with software development as needed
• Providing customer support on-site, by phone, or via online services (GEORGconnectedservice)

Your profile

You are the versatile specialist who, with a high degree of independence and precision, keeps our complex machines and systems running smoothly.

• Completed vocational training in a metalworking trade, e.g., industrial mechanics, mechatronics, or electronics, with further training to become a state-certified electrical engineer
• Strong knowledge of Siemens S7 PLCs, TIA, and Siemens drive technology
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics; knowledge of application engineering is also desirable
• High level of commitment, flexibility, and mobility (willingness to travel domestically and internationally)
• Good English skills; knowledge of other foreign languages is desirable

Why GEORG?

With us, you’ll join an experienced employer in the mechanical and plant engineering sector where mutual respect, a pleasant work environment, and shared success are at the heart of everything we do. We recognize dedication—and we value it.

We operate with quick decision-making processes and flat hierarchies, and we actively involve our employees in projects. The position involves international travel assignments, which we organize reliably through forward-looking planning and clear coordination. We provide you with comprehensive support so that you can focus on your tasks on-site. A thorough onboarding process ensures a smooth start. Even during your assignments, you benefit from a reliable environment and appropriate support services—for you and your family.

We look forward to getting to know you and taking the next step together.

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