Field Service Engineers

Northlake, IL 60164

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Technician Job Number: 40149832 Compensation: $80000-90000 / year

Job Description

Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Flexible – Must be located near a major airport
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $75-85K per year + overtime
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K

Requirements: Hands-on experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair; willingness to travel extensively (at least 80%), including internationally.

Job Responsibilities
  • Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, while providing detailed reports to the back office.
  • Serve as the primary on-site technician for assigned customers, with travel to additional locations as needed.
  • Plan and execute preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance in alignment with operational standards.
  • Provide post-maintenance production support to achieve or surpass pre-maintenance efficiency levels, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical and automation malfunctions, utilizing root cause analysis and escalating issues when necessary.
  • Address technical claims and collaborate with the quality department to resolve issues, including detailed root cause analysis.
  • Install rebuilding kits following established procedures and restore equipment to production readiness while exceeding customer expectations.
  • Assess system performance, implement corrective actions, and recommend operational improvements to enhance efficiency.

Qualifications
  • Education: Associate degree in Engineering, with a focus on electrical or mechanical disciplines preferred.
  • Experience: 3–5 years of technical experience in equipment or machinery maintenance, particularly in a service-oriented manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with carton and packaging technologies; experience with aseptic systems is an advantage.
  • Language Skills: Proficiency in English (written and spoken); bilingual capabilities in Spanish or German are a plus.

Additional Requirements
  • Willingness to travel extensively, including international trips, with travel comprising at least 80% of the role.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with customers and stakeholders at all organizational levels.

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