Field Service Engineer; REMOTE

Our client, a global leader in advanced manufacturing processes and a key supplier of additive and subtractive machine tools, is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer. This role is responsible for CNC machine tool startup, installation, and troubleshooting complex electrical systems on both the shop floor and at customer sites. The position offers significant domestic and international travel and room for professional growth.

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Hourly

Key Responsibilities:

Perform startup and installation of CNC machine tools at customer and shop locations
Troubleshooting of fluid and electrical servo-activated systems
Diagnose and resolve issues with closed and open-loop axes control
Load and configure initial CNC software, logic, and parameters
Apply machine geometry compensation to CNC axes
Mentor and train junior system engineers

Qualifications:

2 5 years of experience in an automated manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of AC/DC circuits

Experience with ladder logic or programming for CNC systems
Skilled in CNC geometry and axis drive parameters tuning
Ability to read and interpret electrical and fluid schematics
Effective communication, organizational, and prioritization skills
Must be willing and able to travel up to 90% domestically and rarely internationally

Preferred Skills:
Technical degree (preferred)
Electrical background, especially from military experience, will be prioritized

Location & Compensation:
Main work site, Rockford, IL Candidate can live anywhere that has a major airport near their residence.

** No travel options for candidates in Portland, OR and Groton, CT
Compensation: $30 $ 40/hour + 1.5x overtime
** Per diem: $180/day (prepaid for lodging and meals, no receipts required)