Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is building its 2026 hiring pipeline for curious, adaptable problem-solvers who enjoy travel and hands-on work. Field Service Engineers partner with system integrators and manufacturers to help ensure automation systems work as intended; they do not install the systems. The role includes a four-week paid training program intended to prepare technically skilled individuals for field work. Success in training requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. The position involves travel throughout North America and working directly with customers at project sites. Employees are away from home while working and follow typical rotations of 5 days on/2 off, 10 on/4 off, or 14 on/7 off. There is no office to report to. The role offers a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience, along with per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, weekend bonuses, paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. ProAutomated describes itself as a smaller, people-first company that emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, humor, high standards, and employee growth. Leaders have grown into their positions within the company. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and says employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Requirements
- Be willing to travel and be away from home while working on rotation.
- Have a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking; the posting identifies working knowledge of these areas as preferred experience.
- Demonstrate adaptability, grit, strong communication skills, and problem-solving ability.
- 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 large facilities or job sites, climb ladders or stairs or work at heights, lift and move up to 50 pounds, and stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
- Be able to work in varied environments, including construction sites and outdoor locations with hot or cold conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking.
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.
- Communicate clearly with customers and project teams and provide updates to keep project progress smooth and accurate.
- Work with customers on projects at locations throughout North America.
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.
- A 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 is available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
