Field Service Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:

We are currently hiring a Field Service Engineer. This individual can live anywhere within the gulf (FL, AL, MS, LA, TX).

Job Description:

• Provide expert technical support, troubleshooting, and service execution both onsite and remotely.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving control panels, PLCs, electrical systems, and pumps.
• Build strong customer relationships and deliver exceptional service support.
• Support business growth by identifying new service and sales opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, operations, and engineering teams. Serve as a trusted technical partner to customers across the region.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting both onsite and remotely.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues in control panels, PLCs, and pumps.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Identify and pursue new service and sales opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and engineering teams.
• Act as a technical partner to regional customers.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in troubleshooting, electrical systems, and PLC programming.
• Background in Electrical, Automation, or Maritime Engineering highly desired.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, controls, and electrical installations.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical/mechanical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Maritime industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of pump systems and repair is advantageous.
• 3-4 years of experience in automation, electrical, or maritime engineering.

Work Environment:

• This role requires 75-80% travel primarily within the US, with occasional travel to Canada and Denmark.
• When not at a customer site, work is conducted 100% remotely.
• Trips typically last between 2-5 days and may be scheduled at short notice.
• The position offers great benefits and flexibility.

This is a Permanent position based out of Mobile, AL.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/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 Mobile,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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