Field Service Engineer

$66,560 - $72,800/Yr

Orion Talent - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Field Service Engineer - Hydraulics & Controls position is a dynamic role that involves installing and commissioning new systems within the specified schedule and budget set by the project team. This includes working with various systems such as mechanical, hydraulic, cooling water, inert gas, ultra-high-pressure fluid and gas, as well as electrical and control systems. The role requires a proactive approach to customer relations, ensuring that customer needs are met through both remote support and on-site engagement. The engineer will lead on-site project staff, which includes customer maintenance crews and external contractors, while also providing training to customers and company associates in both classroom settings and practical applications. In addition to installation and commissioning, the Field Service Engineer will be responsible for the administration and reporting of projects, ensuring accurate and timely documentation. Safety is a top priority, and the engineer must assure personal and site staff safety throughout all operations. The role also involves supporting other departments and sites, including spare parts management, project management, and engineering areas. The engineer may assist with production tasks, which can include building presses, thermal barrier assemblies, and feed-through thermocouples. This position requires a high level of motivation to travel, as it involves 90% travel both internationally and domestically, with all travel expenses covered by the company.

Responsibilities

• Installs and commissions new systems within the schedule and budget provided by the project team.
• Leads on-site project staff, consisting of customer maintenance crew and external contractors.
• Trains customers and company associates through both classroom settings and practical applications.
• Assures personal and site staff safety during operations.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of projects.
• Engages proactively with customers to ensure their needs are met, including remote support.
• Supports other departments/sites, including spare parts, project management, and engineering areas.
• Assists with production tasks, including building presses and thermal barrier assemblies.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience as a Field Service Engineer/Technician.
• Experience working on hydraulics and high-pressure systems is a must.
• Proficiency in hydraulics, high-pressure gas, and furnaces.
• Experience installing large capital equipment products.
• Experience with ultra-high pressure systems is desired.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, gas, and mechanical prints, along with PLC ladder logic and function block code.
• Familiarity with cooling water, pneumatic, and high-pressure systems.
• BS in Engineering preferred; AS or equivalent experience will be considered.
• Must be able to clear a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in modifying control code for PLCs and HMIs, especially Rockwell and Wonderware.
• Experience with remote diagnostic programs preferred but not required.
• Ability to coordinate, set priorities, and lead large projects, including crane operations, rigging, electrical installation, and plumbing.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel Per Diem