Field Service Engineer

Field Service EngineerPosition available in: Wichita, KSJob Type: Full time Positions Available: 2Broetje Automation is the world's leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).Compensation/Benefits:Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 – 43.00/hour, plus overtime & shift differential6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)Disability plan & group life insurance program3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidaysTuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yrInternational travel opportunities (Germany)Required Education:BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools.Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience.Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience.Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience.Desirable Experience:Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experienceSiemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik OneCNC troubleshooting experienceExperience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problemsQualifications:Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integrationUnderstanding of PLC programming languagesExperienced in troubleshooting electrical control panelsCNC troubleshooting experienceKnowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCCExperience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc.Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected)Must be able and willing to work weekends (OVERTIME)Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendorsExperience with aerial platforms and working at heightsAbility to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environmentJob Responsibilities:Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductionsInternal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devicesApply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programmingTravel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting supportMaintain logs & written records of duties performed