Electro-Mechanical Field Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

CTR Group is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Field Engineer for an Electro-Mechanical Services Company in the San Diego, CA. An excellent Direct-Hire career opportunity.

SALARY: $75K -100K DOE and Excellent Benefits

SUMMARY:
The Electro-Mechanical Field Engineer will perform on-site installation, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and repair of electric motors (AC/DC), pumps, generators, and control panel. The following duties will be performed:

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using meters, megohm testers, vibration analyzers, and thermal imaging equipment
• Perform precision laser shaft alignments on motor-pump and motor-generator sets, including both cold and hot alignment checks
• Select and install appropriate shims; document pre- and post-alignment readings and corrections
• Troubleshoot VFDs, PLCs, soft starters, and relay-based control systems.
• Coordinate with customers to minimize downtime and communicate findings clearly
• Maintain accurate service records, parts logs, and field reports
• Support shop operations during non-field periods (rewinds, bearing replacements, test bench work)

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of field service experience with electric motors, pumps, or rotating equipment
• Working knowledge of three-phase power, motor control circuits, and NEC fundamentals.
• Mandatory Requirement – California electrician’s license.
• Familiarity with VFD setup and parameter configuration (Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, Danfoss, Siemens a plus)
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and P&ID drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude - comfortable with couplings, seals, bearings, and alignment
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record (company vehicle provided)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in varied industrial environments

Nice to have

• Experience with generator sets (diesel/gas) and load bank testing
• Hydraulic or pneumatic systems experience
• Prior customer-facing field service role

CTR Group has been a leader in its industry for over 35 years and is rated highly on Google, Indeed and Facebook for being a great company to work for. If you enjoy being a part of a great team, apply today and check out our website for more information.

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