Travel‑Focused Field Service Engineer – On‑Site Automation

ProAutomated; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

ProAutomated is seeking a travel‑oriented professional to support data center startups and on‑site testing across North America. You will partner with automation and controls engineers to validate systems, perform electrical and mechanical checks, and communicate progress to project teams.

The role requires 3+ years in related fields, a technical degree or hands‑on experience, and willingness to travel on rotation. Expect competitive pay plus per diems and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years in a related field (electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering).
• Willingness to travel and be away from home on rotation.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and networking.

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 their systems on-site.
• Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams.
• Typical travel rotations: 5 on-2 off, 10 on-4 off, or 14 on-7 off.
• Collaborate with system integrators and manufacturers to ensure reliability.

Skills

Travel

Electrical systems knowledge

Programming

Networking basics

Communication skills

Education

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Automation engineering

Job description

ProAutomated is seeking a travel‑oriented professional to support data center startups and on‑site testing across North America. You will partner with automation and controls engineers to validate systems, perform electrical and mechanical checks, and communicate progress to project teams.

The role requires 3+ years in related fields, a technical degree or hands‑on experience, and willingness to travel on rotation. Expect competitive pay plus per diems and growth opportunities.