Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer Injection Molding Machinery Up to $75K Base + Overtime Midwest Travel (IN, OH, KY, TN & IL) Home-Based Role

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jack Campbell

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are partnering with a global manufacturer of plastic injection molding machinery to identify a Field Service Engineer for a long term career opportunity.

This role is ideal for a hands on electrical or electro mechanical technician who enjoys travel, troubleshooting complex equipment, and working directly with customers in manufacturing environments.

Why join us?

Base salary range: $65,000 to $75,000 depending on background

Hourly role with overtime paid at 1.5x over 40 hours and 2.0x on Sundays

Realistic earnings approximately 20 percent above base with overtime

$65 per diem per overnight stay

Mileage reimbursement currently $0.62 per mile

Company credit card for travel expenses

Medical insurance with low employee cost

401K with company match

Dental and additional benefits

Uniforms, laptop, and major tools provided

Travel points retained by employee

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Install injection molding machines and optional auxiliary equipment

Commission new machinery and support startups

Troubleshoot and repair electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems

Respond to service calls and provide on site technical support

Upload and configure PLC and operator interface software

Provide customer training on machine operation and maintenance

Document service activity and maintain communication with internal teams

You will work across multiple disciplines, including:

Electrical and Controls

DC voltage systems and electronic controller circuits

Circuit board replacement and board level troubleshooting

AC high voltage motor starter and heater circuits

PLC systems and operator control panels

Servo systems including servo amps and encoder resets

Mechanical and Hydraulic

Machine assembly and mechanical adjustments

Hydraulic pump and valve troubleshooting

Rebuilding cylinders and supporting hydraulic systems

Equipment supported includes mid size and large tonnage servo electric and servo hydraulic injection molding machines with advanced controller platforms.

Requirements

Minimum age 23 due to rental car requirements

Two year technical degree in electrical, mechanical, or related field, or equivalent experience with injection molding machinery

Proficiency with digital multimeter and hand tools

Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook

Flexible schedule with ability to work occasional weekends

Self starter with strong troubleshooting mindset

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