Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is opening its 2026 hiring pipeline for a Field Service Engineer who enjoys travel, hands-on work, and solving technical problems. The role includes four weeks of paid training to prepare technically skilled individuals for field assignments. Training requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. The position supports automation projects for system integrators and manufacturers; it does not involve installing systems. Engineers travel to customer sites across North America, with no office reporting location and time away from home during work rotations. Typical schedules include 5 days on/2 off, 10 days on/4 off, or 14 days on/7 off. Starting salary is $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience, with additional per diem, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, and weekend bonuses. ProAutomated offers paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, a matching 401(k), short- and long-term disability options, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months. The company describes itself as a smaller, people-first team focused on teamwork, adaptability, high standards, and employee development.
Requirements
- A basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking is needed for success in training.
- Genuine interest in travel and willingness to be away from home while working on rotation.
- Adaptability and grit when plans change or challenges arise.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Live within 50 miles of a major airport; relocation assistance is available.
- Have a personal vehicle within 45 days of employment for local projects.
- Be authorized to work in the United States.
- A technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience of at least 3 years in a related field, such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
- Ability to walk long distances across facilities or job sites.
- Ability to climb ladders or stairs and 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, including in industries such as food and beverage.
- Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
- Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams.
- Travel to customer projects across North America according to rotating days-on/days-off schedules.
Benefits
- Paid four-week training
- 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
