Traveling Field Service Engineer – Automation & Startups

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Flexible time off after 18 months

Job summary

ProAutomated Inc. in Houston is seeking a travel-focused automation professional to support data center startups at customer sites across North America.

You will perform mechanical, electrical, and control checks, lead startup and acceptance tests for warehouse and manufacturing systems, and collaborate with engineers on-site to ensure flawless performance. This role includes frequent travel, a merit-driven pay growth, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team culture that values hands-on

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of electrical systems.
• Experience with programming and networking is preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support data center startups with on-site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
• Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems in industries like food and beverage.
• 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 to keep progress smooth and accurate.
• Typical travel rotations follow a days on - 2 off, 10 on – 4 off, or 14 on – 7 off.

Skills

Electrical systems

Programming

Networking

Education

Technical degree or hands-on experience in electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering

Job description

ProAutomated Inc. in Houston is seeking a travel-focused automation professional to support data center startups at customer sites across North America.

You will perform mechanical, electrical, and control checks, lead startup and acceptance tests for warehouse and manufacturing systems, and collaborate with engineers on-site to ensure flawless performance. This role includes frequent travel, a merit-driven pay growth, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team culture that values hands-on