Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry
About The Position
ProAutomated is opening its hiring pipeline for 2026 for curious, adaptable problem-solvers who enjoy travel, hands-on work, and working as part of a close-knit team. The role includes four weeks of paid training to prepare technically skilled individuals for field work; success in training requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. Field Service Engineers travel to customer sites across North America and support automation projects in data centers, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities. ProAutomated partners with system integrators and manufacturers rather than installing systems. Employees work away from home while on project rotations, with no office to report to. Typical rotations are 5 days on/2 off, 10 on/4 off, or 14 on/7 off. The starting salary is $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience. Additional compensation may include per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, and weekend bonuses. The company offers 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.
Requirements
- A technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience (3+ years) in a related field such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
- A basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking is needed to succeed in training.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Adaptability and grit, including the ability to handle changing plans and unexpected challenges.
- 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.
- Ability to travel and be away from home on rotation.
- Ability to walk long distances across large facilities or job sites as part of daily work.
- 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 with 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 in industries such as food and beverage.
- Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
- Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams to keep work progressing smoothly and accurately.
- Travel to customer locations across North America and work on assigned project rotations.
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
