Field Service Engineer – Industrial / Capital Equipment
Home-Based: Atlanta, GA | Detroit, MI | Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
$90K–$95K + 10% Bonus + Company Car | ~50% Travel
Confidential Search | No Sponsorship Available
We are representing a stable, growing industrial equipment manufacturer seeking a Field Service Engineer to support complex, custom-built testing systems used across automotive, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing environments.
This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and startup of large-scale capital equipment—including systems that can be the size of an entire room.
Position Overview
This role supports highly engineered testing equipment in the field. You will diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues, perform equipment startup and calibration, and train customers on proper operation.
This is not a basic maintenance or calibration-only role—it requires strong troubleshooting ability across multiple systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair complex industrial equipment (mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems)
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to diagnose system failures
- Perform equipment startup, commissioning, and calibration
- Support software configuration, updates, and system integration
- Train customers on equipment operation and best practices
- Document service activity and maintain accurate reporting
- Build customer relationships and support service contract growth (10% incentive)
Required Qualifications
- 3–10+ years of field service, equipment maintenance, or technical service experience
- Strong ability to read and troubleshoot electrical schematics, wiring, and circuits
- Experience working on complex equipment or capital machinery (not basic maintenance)
- Hands-on troubleshooting across:
- Mechanical systems (motors, drives, moving components)
- Electrical/electronic systems
- Ability to diagnose issues such as:
- Equipment not powering or initializing
- Motors or rotating components not functioning
- Electrical faults (heating elements, lamps, controls, etc.)
- Comfortable working independently in customer-facing environments
Preferred Experience
- Field Service Engineer background supporting OEM or industrial equipment
- Exposure to high voltage systems
- Experience with calibration, testing equipment, or instrumentation
- Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce or similar)
- ISO/IEC 17025 or similar calibration standards (nice to have)
What This Role Is NOT (Important)
This role is not a fit for candidates whose experience is limited to:
- Sensor or gauge calibration only
- Facilities maintenance or building systems
- Narrow skillsets without electrical troubleshooting or schematic reading
Why This Opportunity
- Established, global organization with low turnover and long-tenured team (20+ years)
- Growth driven by retirements and expansion
- Exposure to highly specialized, custom-built equipment
- Strong compensation package with bonus and company vehicle
- Opportunity to build long-term career in a stable, technical environment
Interested candidates:
Please apply or text 833-243-5737 (Henpen) to confirm interest.