Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is opening its 2026 hiring pipeline for Field Service Engineers who enjoy travel, hands-on technical work, and solving complex problems. The role includes four weeks of paid training to prepare technically skilled individuals for field assignments; success in training requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. The engineer supports automation projects by partnering with system integrators and manufacturers to verify that systems work as intended. Work includes on-site support for data center startups and startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems. Engineers collaborate with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems, while providing clear updates to customers and project teams. The role involves frequent travel across North America, with rotations typically of 5 days on/2 off, 10 on/4 off, or 14 on/7 off. Employees are away from home while working, have no office to report to, and may work at customer facilities and job sites. Compensation starts at $60,000–$75,000 depending on location, education, and experience, with additional per diem, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, and weekend bonuses. The company offers paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months.
Requirements
- Basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking for success in paid training.
- Genuine interest in travel and ability to be away from home while working on rotation.
- Adaptability and grit when plans change or challenges arise.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Must live within 50 miles of a major airport; relocation assistance is available.
- Must have a personal vehicle within 45 days of employment for local projects.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience (3+ years) in a related field, such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
- Ability to walk long distances across large facilities or job sites.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs or work at heights.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
- Ability to work in varied environments, including construction sites and outdoor settings with hot or cold conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking skills.
Responsibilities
- Support data center startups by 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 systems on-site.
- Provide clear communication and progress updates to customers and project teams.
- Travel to customer projects across North America according to rotating work schedules.
- Work with customers while coordinating with and receiving support from the ProAutomated team.
Benefits
- Four weeks of paid training.
- Starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience.
- Per diem for meals.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Utilization bonuses.
- Weekend bonuses.
- Annual merit raises.
- 5% salary increase after six months.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Matching 401(k).
- Short- and long-term disability options.
- Paid vacation.
- Flexible time off after 18 months.
- Relocation assistance available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
