Field Services Engineer
5 days ago
Field Service Engineer – CNC Machine Tools & Controls
Position Summary: We are seeking a Field Service Engineer to support the installation, startup, and troubleshooting of CNC machine tools at customer sites and on the shop floor. This role requires a strong foundation in PLC and electrical systems, along with troubleshooting and control logic experience. You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing and fabricating environment, ensuring the functionality of machinery where electronics meet mechanics. This position offers the opportunity for both domestic and international travel, with regular rotations of two-week trips, typically with weekends at home.
Work Location: Live anywhere … domestic and international travel (home base is Rockford, IL)
Salary: Based on experience ($26-$40 per/hour plus overtime, per diem, and paid travel)
Interview: Company will pay for in-person interview travel
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the startup and installation of CNC machine tools, including configuring parameters and conducting initial software loads.
- Diagnose and resolve issues with electrical systems, including servo-activated systems, AC/DC circuits, and control systems (both closed and open-loop axes).
- Work with written control logic, perform logic debugging, and edit programming as necessary.
- Act as an inspector to ensure proper functionality where electronics integrate with mechanical components, reviewing wiring schematics and device timings.
- Collaborate with the customer and internal teams to ensure smooth commissioning and adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Strong foundation in PLC programming and electrical systems, with hands-on experience in troubleshooting and control logic (ladder logic preferred).
- Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, including device timing and wiring diagrams.
- Experience with CNC machine parameters, axis drive tuning, and geometry/positioning axis compensation.
- Ability to solve complex issues involving electrical systems and machine mechanics.
- Experience in automated manufacturing environments, particularly related to CNC or similar machinery.
- Familiarity with Siemens systems is a plus, but not required. The company will provide training as needed.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, organize daily activities, and manage multiple responsibilities.
Additional Requirements:
- The role involves approximately 75% travel, including domestic and occasional international travel (e.g., Italy, Brazil, Greece, Saudi Arabia). Travel is typically two weeks at a time with weekends at home. Travel is fully compensated (door-to-door), with no out-of-pocket costs for the employee.
- Expect to work approximately 55 hours per week, with overtime available for hours exceeding 40 per week.
- High school diploma required; a technical degree is preferred, but not required if experience is sufficient.
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