Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is building its hiring pipeline for early 2026 and seeks curious, adaptable problem-solvers who enjoy travel and hands-on work. The role provides four weeks of paid training to prepare technically skilled individuals for field work; training success requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. The position works directly with customers across North America, with no office to report to and travel rotations that require being away from home while working. Travel schedules typically follow 5 days on/2 days off, 10 days on/4 days off, or 14 days on/7 days off. ProAutomated partners with system integrators and manufacturers to support automation projects rather than installing systems. 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 provides paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. This is a people-first team environment emphasizing teamwork, adaptability, humor, high standards, and professional growth.
Requirements
- Have a genuine interest in travel and be willing to be away from home on rotation.
- Have a working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking skills.
- Demonstrate adaptability, grit, 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.
- Have a technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience, with 3 or more years in a related field such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
- Be able to walk long distances across facilities or job sites, climb ladders or stairs or work at heights, lift and move up to 50 pounds, stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods, and work in varied environments including construction sites and hot or cold outdoor conditions.
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 to support smooth, accurate project progress.
- Travel to customer sites across North America according to project schedules and travel rotations.
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 and weekend bonuses.
- Annual merit raises and a 5% salary increase after six months.
- Health, dental, and life insurance.
- Matching 401(k).
- Short- and long-term disability options.
- Paid vacation.
- Flexible time off after 18 months.
- Relocation assistance is available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
