Field Service Engineer

Guided Search Partners (GSP) Guided Search Partners is an Executive Search firm built on Trust, Transparency, Specialization, and Long-term Relationships. We connect high-performing professionals with organizations that value people, performance, and growth—helping leaders find roles where they can make an impact and build meaningful careers. About the Opportunity We’re partnering with a well-established manufacturer of analytical and inspection instruments used across the food and agriculture industry. This organization has been in business for more than 60 years, has a strong U.S. presence, and supports customers globally. This Field Service Engineer role is a replacement hire supporting X-ray inspection systems used in food production, with a strong focus on the meat industry. It’s a field-based position covering accounts within an 8-hour drive of Omaha, NE. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work, customer interaction, and solving problems in the field. The company is stable, growing, and known for treating employees well, with strong tenure and internal promotion opportunities. What You’ll Do You’ll install, maintain, repair, and upgrade X-ray inspection systems used in food processing environments. The role also includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting electro‑mechanical issues, and training customers on equipment and software use. This is a travel‑based field role with a Friday through Tuesday schedule, including weekend work. Who You Are You’re hands‑on, dependable, and comfortable working directly with customers in the field. You bring strong troubleshooting ability, clear communication, and the confidence to work independently across a regional territory. You’re someone who takes ownership, solves problems calmly, and represents the company well on‑site. Preferred Experience & Attributes Degree or military background Willingness to travel and work weekends (Friday through Tuesday schedule) Electronics background (must pass a short electronics test) Experience supporting complex electro‑mechanical equipment X-ray and/or automation experience preferred Meat processing industry experience preferred Ability to pass criminal and credit background checks Why This Role Matters This role supports critical inspection systems used in food production, where reliability matters every day. You’ll join a company with strong products, long‑term stability, and a team culture built on retention, trust, and internal growth. Reporting Structure Reports to the Process Manager Part of a 10‑person team Works closely with customers and internal support teams #J-18808-Ljbffr