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Field Services Engineer
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A Field Service Engineer is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and providing technical support for equipment or machinery at customer sites. They typically work directly with customers, troubleshooting problems, performing repairs, and ensuring that the equipment operates efficiently. They may work across various industries, such as telecommunications, manufacturing, healthcare, or IT, depending on the nature of the equipment they specialize in.
$96,366 / year median in Michigan
Job Description
Field Services Engineer Rockford, MI 49341
Posted:
08/28/2026
Industry:
Internal
Job Number:
14419
Pay Rate:
$32.50-36.81/hr
Job Description Job Position:
Field Services Engineer Location:
Rockford, MI 49341
Pay Rate:
$32.50-36.81/hr
Shift:
Description:
We are currently looking for an Electrical Engineer that can join our team as a Field Service Engineer. This key role is responsible for assisting in installing, wiring and editing PLC (Programmable Logic Control) Ladder Logic, HMI (Human Machine Interface), and robotics programming and configurations. Install/Commission VFD/Motor controls for various control systems. This position assists with the final commissioning of projects;that assures all systems and components are designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained according to the operational requirements of the customer. This position requires 80% travel to our client sites within the United States. Will only require occasional visit to our headquarters. The rest of the time you would work from home. Essential Job Functions Assist in new system installations and startup to provide working automation systems.
Edit programming and troubleshoot PLC (Programmable Logic Control) Ladder Logic, VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) Applications systems to improve process efficiency.
Perform a Full IO Check.
Troubleshoot controls systems and electrical equipment at the customer s facility to meet customer requirements and ensure proper operation of equipment.
Create and edit programming changes online for retrofitting or upgrading equipment.
Establish Communications between machines with ENET or Hardware Signals for the proper operation of equipment.
Work in a cross functional team with mechanical and electrical installers in customer facilities.
Follow customer s plant and safety regulations while at their facility.
Qualifications:
10+ years experience.
Some knowledge of palletizing concepts and automation.
Some experience or training with either Fanuc or Kuka robotics.
Skills in programming Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI, Drives, and Servos.
Working knowledge of National Electric Code standards.
Ability to work with electrical tools (stripper, crimps, multimeter), Ease of Life tools, Tachometer, Labeler.
Ability to read and redline electrical schematics.
Ability to wire machine controls and control panels.
Pneumatics and/or hydraulic troubleshooting experience.
Basic understanding of Line Control, Controls and Mechanically
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field or 10+ years work experience.
Experience:
Field Service Engineer:
3-5 years (Preferred)
Fanuc:
3 years (Preferred)
PLC Programming:
3 years (Preferred)
Ladder Logic:
3 years (Preferred)
Robot programming: 3 years (Preferred)
HMI:
3 years (Preferred)
Install Motor Controls:
3 years (Preferred)
Electrical:
3 years (Preferred)