Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is building its hiring pipeline for early 2026 for adaptable, hands-on problem-solvers who enjoy travel and customer-facing technical work. The role supports automation projects by partnering with system integrators and manufacturers to help ensure systems work correctly; it does not involve installing systems. Four weeks of paid training prepares technically skilled employees for field work, and requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. The position involves extensive travel across North America and working away from home on rotating schedules, with no office to report to. Typical rotations include 5 days on and 2 off, 10 on and 4 off, or 14 on and 7 off. Employees receive a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000 depending on location, education, and experience, along with per diem, mileage reimbursement, and utilization and weekend bonuses. The company offers paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. ProAutomated describes itself as a smaller, people-first company focused on teamwork, adaptability, humor, high standards, and employee development. The role requires living within 50 miles of a major airport, with relocation assistance available, and having a personal vehicle within 45 days of employment for local projects. The position has physical requirements including walking long distances, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in varied environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- Have a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking for success in the four-week training program.
- Be willing to travel extensively and be away from home while working on rotation.
- Have adaptability, grit, strong communication skills, 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 of at least 3 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 or stairs or work at heights, lift and move up to 50 pounds, stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods, and work in varied environments.
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 industries such as food and beverage.
- Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
- Provide clear communications and updates to customers and project teams.
- Travel to customer projects across North America and work away from home 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.
- 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
