Field Service Engineer Sr.

Makino • Portland, OR

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The CNC Technician at Makino will utilize strong mechanical and electrical skills to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC equipment. This role reports directly to the Regional Customer Support Manager and plays a key part in supporting our customers’ machine tool operations. This position will primarily cover the Greater Portland, OR region with the occasional travel outside the region.

Requirements

• Direct hands-on experience service, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining Makino CNC machine tools is required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency with software tools (e.g., Microsoft Office); role requires regular use of a laptop, smartphone, and various applications.
• Strong technical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours with travel throughout a regional territory.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with equivalent experience with other high-end CNC machine tool platforms will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC machine tool equipment and controls.
• Use online technical documentation, manuals, and vendor resources to research and resolve machine issues.
• Complete and submit accurate documentation to Makino and customers regarding machine status, repairs, and installations.
• Perform and promote preventive maintenance on customer equipment and provide after‑sales technical support and training.
• Maintain an in‑depth understanding of the machine tool industry and the Makino product lines.
• Participate in training on CNC repair and Makino equipment during onboarding.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Market‑competitive health benefits, dental and vision, company‑paid life insurance/short- and long-term disability.
• 3 weeks of vacation to start
• Bonus plan
• 11 company paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events, perks, and assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed