Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is building its hiring pipeline for early 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 help ensure systems work as intended; the role does not install systems. Work is performed at customer sites across North America, with travel rotations typically scheduled as 5 days on/2 off, 10 on/4 off, or 14 on/7 off. Employees should expect to be away from home while working and must live within 50 miles of a major airport; relocation assistance is available. A personal vehicle is required within 45 days of employment for local projects. The position includes four weeks of paid training. Success in training requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. Candidates should have a technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience of at least three years in a related field, such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering. The company describes itself as a smaller, people-first team that values teamwork, adaptability, humor, high standards, and employee development.
Requirements
- Have a technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience of at least three years in a related field, such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
- 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.
- 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.
- Demonstrate adaptability, grit, strong communication skills, and problem-solving skills.
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 systems in industries such as food and beverage.
- Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
- Communicate clearly and provide updates to customers and project teams to keep work progressing smoothly and accurately.
Benefits
- Starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience.
- Per diem for meals.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Utilization bonuses and weekend bonuses.
- Four weeks of paid training.
- 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
