Field Service Engineer Job Bedford area,Nova Scotia Canada,Engineering

Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor – Repair and Overhaul, the Field Service Engineer will support routine field Service activities in operating environments at depots, training sites, and customer field operations with training, operation or repair

As a Field Service Engineer, your main responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Supports routine Field Service repair and overhaul in operating environments at customer facilities, training sites, and customer field operations involving training, operation, or repair

Troubleshoots technical issues involving DRS-specific equipment at military and commercial field locations

Takes complex issues that cannot be resolved by lower-level technicians and work with engineering remotely to resolve them

Determines solutions for routine technical problems by working remotely with the DRS engineering head office in Kanata, Ontario

Demonstrates the ability to work independently with or without supervision

May interface directly with customer personnel to address technical support issues either in person or by phone

Works at remote locations under supervision of others, including Navy personnel

Provides regular reports on progress and status, including technical field service reports or issue summaries

Completes assigned tasks on time and meets technical requirements

Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing, with company personnel and customers as required

May participate in the preparation of less complex proposals

Attends appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings

Provides input and recommends process improvements. Supports, communicates, reinforces, and defends the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Travel to customer sites as and when required.

What you require to be successful in the role:

Possession of a bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Electrical engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution

Minimum of one (1) years of experience in electrical design in a light manufacturing environment

EET or P. Eng. designation, and eligible for registration with Engineers NS

Familiarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is required

Experience reading schematics and engineering specs, with a strong ability to troubleshoot

Demonstrated understanding and strong interests in power electronics and power converters design

Demonstrated application of electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits, testing procedures and related knowledge to construct and debug power electronics circuitry in relation to the design of power conversion equipment

Knowledge of RS232 communication protocols, Linux operating systems, communications systems, and audio circuitry is considered an asset.

Works well within a team.

Benefits of working with DRS

A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter

An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology

Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance

Industry leading wellness program including:
Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program Permanent fulltime employees enjoy Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare

Competitive compensation including:
Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning Maternity and Parental leave top-up Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off