Field Equipment Engineer (Lewis Center (CSLS1317), OH) | 09/22/26
Job Description Job Description & Skill Requirement:
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES
Field Service and Customer Support
- Travel to domestic and international customer locations to install, service, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems and custom automation equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical failures and abnormal equipment conditions, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Perform mechanical adjustments, repairs, and retrofits to restore equipment to operational readiness.
- Provide technical guidance and instruction to customers on operation, maintenance, and safe use of equipment.
- Act as the mechanical point of contact at customer sites, coordinating with ATS Project Management, Engineering, and the customer to ensure work is executed per plan.
- Complete detailed service and technical reports documenting work performed, observations, and follow up actions.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, or serviceability and communicate recommendations to internal teams. Mechanical Engineering and Technical Support
- Perform engineering calculations related to strength of materials, forces, speeds, loads, and mechanical performance as applicable to troubleshooting and support activities.
- Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to support field troubleshooting, modifications, and upgrades.
- Produce or revise detail drawings, sketches, and bills of materials to support service activities using AutoCAD and
SOLIDWORKS.
- Specify replacement components and coordinate requisitions with appropriate delivery timelines.
- Support system debug, integration, and problem resolution alongside fabricators, machinists, electricians, and controls engineers.
- Review machine operations and sequences with controls and software teams to resolve mechanical control interface issues.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, customer specifications, and ATS engineering practices. Collaboration and Business Support
- Embed with CAPEX project teams during system build phases to gain deeper understanding of ATS technology platforms.
- Communicate progress, risks, and technical findings clearly to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor for opportunities to suggest additional service work, spare parts, or enhancements that improve long term customer outcomes, while maintaining a service focused, non sales driven approach.
- When required, support on call or remote troubleshooting efforts in alignment with business needs.
- Represent ATS professionally at customer sites, demonstrating integrity, technical competence, and customer focus.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline (required).
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred). Experience
- Minimum of five years of hands-on experience supporting, servicing, or troubleshooting mechanical automation equipment, custom machinery, or industrial systems.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems including mechanisms, pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, drives, and structural components.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical system issues in field environments.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, and equipment manuals.
- Proficiency with common hand tools, machine tools, and testing instruments.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with customers and cross functional teams.
- Willingness to travel extensively; travel is typically up to 50-60% annually with potential for short and long term assignments.
Qualification:
E./B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Field Equipment Engineer1 United States