Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry

About the Role

What You’ll Do. You’ll keep automation projects moving by supporting data‑center startups, performing on‑site mechanical, electrical, and control checks, and leading startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems. You’ll partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate their systems on‑site, providing clear communication and updates to customers and project teams. Travel rotations follow a days‑on/days‑off schedule such as 5 on‑2 off, 10 on‑4 off, or 14 on‑7 off, giving you exposure to new challenges and locations. • Support data‑center startups and perform on‑site mechanical, electrical, and control checks • Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems • Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on‑site • Communicate progress and updates clearly to customers and project teams • Travel on rotating schedules (e.g., 5 on‑2 off, 10 on‑4 off, 14 on‑7 off) across North America

Key Responsibilities

• ▸startup support
• ▸mechanical checks
• ▸electrical checks
• ▸acceptance testing
• ▸system validation
• ▸customer communication

What You Bring

For those who’d rather be on the move than behind a desk, we’re opening our 2026 hiring pipeline for curious, adaptable problem‑solvers who love travel, hands‑on work, and being part of a team that actually knows your name. If you can laugh through flight delays, figure things out on the fly, and enjoy solving complex problems, this role could be a perfect fit. What We’re Looking For. A genuine love of travel and willingness to be away from home on rotation; we’ll handle logistics. Preferred experience includes working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking, plus adaptability, grit, strong communication, and problem‑solving skills. Candidates must live within 50 miles of a major airport, have a personal vehicle within 45 days of employment, be authorized to work in the U.S., and hold a technical degree or equivalent 3+ years of experience in electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering. Physical Requirements. The role requires walking long distances across large facilities, climbing ladders or working at heights, lifting and moving up to 50 lb, and standing, kneeling, or reaching for extended periods in varied environments such as construction sites, outdoors, hot or cold conditions. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities. • Complete a four‑week paid training program; basic knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and networking required • Preferred experience: working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking • Live within 50 mi of a major airport and have a personal vehicle available within 45 days of employment • Authorized to work in the U.S. with a technical degree or equivalent 3+ years of related experience • Physical ability to walk long distances, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lb, and work in varied environments

Requirements

• ▸electrical systems
• ▸programming
• ▸networking
• ▸technical degree
• ▸3+ years
• ▸travel

Benefits

We believe in transparency. Our four‑week paid training prepares technically skilled individuals for field work and requires a basic foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. If you’re new to these areas, this role may not yet be the right fit. Why you’ll love working with us – Work + Travel, Combined. You’ll experience new cities, tackle unique projects, and earn travel rewards while working directly with customers across North America, with no office to report to. You’ll be away from home while you’re working. Fair Pay That Grows With You. Starting salary ranges from $60,000 to $75,000 depending on location, education, and experience. You’ll also receive per‑diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, weekend bonuses and more. Room to Grow. We invest in your development through paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5 % salary increase after six months. We’ll be your biggest cheerleaders of growth, even if you’re not with ProAutomated forever. Real Benefits + Real Flexibility. We offer health, dental, and life insurance, a matching 401(k), short‑ and long‑term disability options, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months. We take care of you on and off the job. A Team That Gives You Community. We’re a smaller, people‑first company where teamwork, adaptability, and humor are part of the job. All our leaders have grown into their positions, so you’ll be supported by people who have done the work you’re asked to do. • Base salary $60k–$75k plus per‑diem, mileage reimbursement, utilization and weekend bonuses • Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, matching 401(k), disability coverage, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months • Growth opportunities: paid training, annual merit raises, and automatic 5 % salary increase after six months

Work Environment

Field