Field Service Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Field Engineer is to perform checkout and verification of project sites while developing general controls and contracting skills. The role requires traveling directly to project sites and working predominantly on-site throughout the work week.

• Perform checkout and verification of project sites.
• Conduct point-to-point checkout of all equipment on assigned jobs.
• Complete a checkout book detailing point-to-point verification, including all physical points on the project.
• Make detailed notes of locations of physical equipment.
• Verify all hardware according to appropriate guidelines.
• Note offsets, calibrations, issues, or failures in the checkout book.
• Communicate daily with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Field Supervisors, or Senior Field Engineers assigned to the project.
• Troubleshoot issues with any equipment on project sites.
• Write service tickets for any issues outside the scope of the project.
• Contact supervisors in the event of issues outside of skill set, and reach out to technical support if unresolved.
• Create and maintain daily logs, noting equipment checkouts, problems, and interference issues from other contractors.
• Understand the project scope, hours allotted, and review submittals, mechanical drawings, and specifications.
• Identify potential change orders and communicate them to supervisors.
• Maintain punctuality, appropriate dress, and vehicle upkeep according to company policy.
• Follow up on phone calls and emails within 4 business hours.
• Adhere to project and personal safety guidelines.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Hands-on experience with equipment through internships.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, mechanical drawings, and schematics.
• Willingness to travel 100% of the time locally within Illinois.

• Experience working with mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, VAVs, FCUs, and UVs.
• Career path opportunities include project management or sales, along with other growth opportunities.

The position involves working on-site at various project locations, predominantly within Illinois. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for upward mobility. The culture emphasizes hands-off management, allowing consultants to grow independently. Engineers are expected to arrive on-site punctually, dress appropriately, and adhere to company policies regarding vehicle maintenance and communication responsiveness.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Lenox, IL.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.85/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Lenox,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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