Broetje Automation-USA · 2 days ago
Field Service Engineer
Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics. They are seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide electrical and controls engineering expertise, support new equipment and system introductions, and travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
Maintain logs & written records of duties performed
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools
Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience
Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
Understanding of PLC programming languages
Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels
CNC troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc)
Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected)
Willing to work evenings, weekends, and overtime
Experience with aerial platforms, working with heights
Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
Preferred
Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One
Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems
Benefits
6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
Disability plan & group life insurance program
3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
International travel opportunities (Germany)