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 Field Service Engineer partners with system integrators and manufacturers to help ensure automation systems work as intended; the company does not install systems. The role includes four weeks of paid training, which requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. Employees work directly with customers across North America and are away from home while on project rotations. There is no office to report to. Typical rotations are 5 days on and 2 off, 10 on and 4 off, or 14 on and 7 off. Salary 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, along with benefits and opportunities for career growth.
Requirements
- Be willing to travel and be away from home while working 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.
- 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 and 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.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred 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 systems in food and beverage industries.
- Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
- Communicate clearly and provide updates to customers and project teams.
- Travel to customer projects across North America and work on rotating schedules.
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
