Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry

ProAutomated Inc.•Katy, TX

14d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

ProAutomated is building its hiring pipeline for 2026 for curious, adaptable problem-solvers who enjoy travel and hands-on work. The Field Service Engineer supports automation projects by partnering with system integrators and manufacturers to verify systems work as intended; the company does not install systems. The role includes a four-week paid training program designed to prepare technically skilled individuals for field work. A basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking is needed to succeed in training. The position involves working directly with customers across North America, with no office to report to and regular time away from home on travel rotations. Typical schedules are 5 days on/2 off, 10 on/4 off, or 14 on/7 off. Employees receive a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000 depending on location, education, and experience, as well as per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, weekend bonuses, paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, matching 401(k), short- and long-term disability options, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months. ProAutomated describes itself as a smaller, people-first company that values teamwork, adaptability, humor, high standards, and employee development. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Have a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking to succeed in the four-week training program.
Be willing to travel and be away from home on rotation.
Have adaptability and grit, including the ability to handle changing plans and challenges.
Have 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 of at least 3 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 lbs., and stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
Be able to work in varied environments, including construction sites and hot or cold outdoor 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 systems in food and beverage industries.
Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
Communicate updates clearly to customers and project teams to keep work progressing smoothly and accurately.
Travel to customer sites across North America and work on projects in different locations.

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.
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 available.