Traveling Field Service Mechatronics Technician

SCHAEFER SYSTEM INTERNATIONAL INC; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K/matching

PTO

Medical benefits

Job summary

SSI SCHAEFER in Findlay, OH is seeking a Traveling Mechatronics Technician to support installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated material handling systems at customer sites. This role requires the home base in Findlay with approximately 50% travel to customer locations.

The ideal candidate has a mechatronics, electrical, mechanical, or industrial automation background with hands-on experience in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Mechatronics, electronics or mechanical background with hands-on experience.
• 2-year degree or equivalent in related field.
• 1–3 years of equipment maintenance experience, preferably with automated systems.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles.
• Experience with motors, drives, belts, bearings and other components.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities; good communication.
• Willingness to travel ~50% and work at customer sites independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site installation and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and automated systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and align electrical and mechanical automated system equipment.
• Troubleshoot and clear electrical, mechanical, and software-related system faults.
• Monitor automated system performance and work with customers to resolve high-impact issues.
• Develop and maintain standards, tools, and procedures for hardware and automation projects.
• Travel to customer sites for installations, service, training, and vacation relief; work independently with minimal supervision.
• Train internal and external customers to increase system knowledge and prevent recurring issues.
• Update system manuals, technical documentation, and maintenance procedures.
• Attend and participate in customer meetings.
• Support customer requests, system changes, and service activities.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving equipment and automation issues.
• Communicate system status, findings, and recommended corrective actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical basics

Mechanical basics

Communication

Independent at customer sites

Travel 50%

Education

2-year Mechatronics/Tech degree

Tools

Motors & drives

Electrical measurement tools

Job description

SSI SCHAEFER in Findlay, OH is seeking a Traveling Mechatronics Technician to support installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated material handling systems at customer sites. This role requires the home base in Findlay with approximately 50% travel to customer locations.

The ideal candidate has a mechatronics, electrical, mechanical, or industrial automation background with hands-on experience in industrial environments.