Electrical Field Service Engineer/Remote/Travel/PLC

Unclassified - North Las Vegas, NV

Full-time

Onsite - North Las Vegas, NV

About the position

The Electrical Field Service Engineer position is a critical role focused on the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the company's machinery at various customer locations. This position requires extensive travel, approximately 90% of the time, throughout the United States and Canada, with occasional international travel. Candidates must be prepared to travel frequently and possess a valid passport. The role is primarily remote, but candidates must reside near a major airport to facilitate travel requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for installing new machinery, which includes electrical wiring, system start-up, commissioning, and diagnosis. You will take the lead on projects to ensure they are completed efficiently and on schedule. Troubleshooting and resolving issues with existing equipment will be a significant part of your responsibilities, as well as providing expert guidance and training to operators and maintenance teams on troubleshooting and equipment upkeep. Additionally, you will perform preventive maintenance, audits, and servicing on machinery to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This position offers an excellent training program designed to set you on a successful career path within the company. The company prides itself on providing a highly competitive benefits package, including a 401K company match and generous vacation time.

Responsibilities

• Install new machinery that requires electrical wiring, system start-up, commissioning, and diagnosis.
• Lead projects to ensure they are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with existing equipment.
• Provide expert guidance and training to operators and maintenance teams on troubleshooting and equipment upkeep.
• Perform preventive maintenance, audits, and servicing on machinery.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least three years of experience in a similar electrical service or maintenance role.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical controls, wiring, PLCs, motors, and drives.
• Competency with computer-based control systems and a basic understanding of networking.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in urgent situations.
• Willingness to travel frequently across North America (90% travel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on customer interaction.
• Remote work capability, but must live near a major airport.

Benefits

• Excellent training program to support career development.
• Highly competitive benefit package.
• Bonus opportunities.
• 401K company match.
• 5 weeks' vacation.