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 company 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. This is a travel-intensive role with no office to report to, and employees are away from home while working on rotation. The position supports automation projects by partnering with system integrators and manufacturers to ensure systems work as intended; ProAutomated does not install systems. Employees work with customers across North America and receive support from the ProAutomated team. Starting salary is $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience, with additional per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, weekend bonuses, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. The company also offers paid training and benefits including health, dental, and life insurance, matching 401(k), short- and long-term disability options, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months.
Requirements
- Basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking is required for success in training.
- Genuine interest in travel and willingness to be away from home on rotation.
- Adaptability and grit when plans change or challenges arise.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Must live within 50 miles of a major airport; relocation assistance is available.
- Must have a personal vehicle within 45 days of employment for local projects.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience of 3+ years in a related field, such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
- Ability to walk long distances across large facilities or job sites.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs or work at heights.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
- Ability to work in varied environments, including construction sites and outdoor settings in hot or cold 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.
- Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams.
- Work on travel rotations, such as 5 days on/2 days off, 10 days on/4 days off, or 14 days on/7 days off.
- Work with customers on projects in new locations across 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.
- 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
Associate degree
