Portage, IN - Field System Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Field Systems Engineer

Portage, Indiana

We are a process automation solutions provider. We design, build, program, and implement control systems, primarily in support of the metals producing and processing market, providing a wide range of equipment and services for both new and retrofit projects. We are an award-winning Automation Company that is passionate about the work we do, takes pride in our project outcomes, and highly values our reputation.

Position Overview:

Field Systems Engineer will be responsible for meeting the daily service maintenance and repair needs of the customer's equipment as well as participating in working on small engineering projects of various degrees.

Pay:  $65,000 - $95,000 per year

Schedule:  

• Monday - Friday 
• On-Call
• Other

Experience Level:  4 years

Requirements:

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience in industrial automation.
• Qualified entry-level candidates will be considered.

Primary Duties:

• Basic troubleshooting, installation, maintenance and repair on designated equipment.
• Completing Preventative Maintenance and field modifications.
• Keeping up to date on administrative responsibilities such as maintaining customer service logs & internal service records in a timely manner.
• Maintaining daily communications with customers to ensure resolution and proper follow-up.
• Identifying and participating in sales opportunities such as new contracts, contract renewals, & system sales.
• Emergency call out service on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of field service experience.
• Aptitude in troubleshooting/configuring PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, and GE).
• Aptitude in troubleshooting/configuring drives (Siemens, ABB, and Allen Bradley).
• Aptitude in troubleshooting/configuring and/or HMI packages is a plus.
• Experience in metals processing is strongly preferred.
• Willingness and desire to participate in ongoing training to maintain technical competence in automation products, software, and complementary areas.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Word, Excel, and Visio.
• Communication skills both written and verbal are required.
• Ability to travel 50-70% of the time domestically.

Essential Elements/Job Functions Assessment:

Stress Factors:

• High Pressure
• Hazards

Work Environment:

• Work Alone
• Works with Others
• Works Around Others
• Verbal Contact with Others
• Face-To-Face Contact
• Extended Day
• Inside
• Temperature Changes
• Noise (Up to 85-105 dB)
• Vibration
• Mechanical Equipment
• Electrical Equipment 
• Pressurized Equipment 
• Moving Objects
• High Places
• Fumes / Odors
• Dirt / Dust
• Gases

Competitive Benefit Package:

We offer a competitive benefits package including: