Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry

Field Service Engineer – Automation Industry

Pro Automated is opening a 2026 hiring pipeline for driven, travel‑savvy problem solvers who love hands‑on work and team collaboration. This role invites candidates who can laugh through flight delays, troubleshoot on the fly, and thrive on complex field challenges.

• Travel + Work:
  You’ll experience new cities, tackle unique projects, and earn travel rewards while working directly with customers across North America. No office to report to – you’ll be away from home while you work.
• Fair Pay & Growth:
  Starting salary $60,000–$75,000, per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, weekend bonuses, and a 5% salary increase after six months. Paid training, annual merit raises, and career path flexibility.
• Real Benefits & Flexibility:
  Health, dental, and life insurance; matching 401(k); short‑ and long‑term disability options; paid vacation; and flexible time off after 18 months.
• Community & Team: A smaller, people‑first company where teamwork, adaptability, and humor matter. Leaders grow within Pro Automated, and you’ll be surrounded by people who have your back.

• Support data center startups with on‑site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
• Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems in industries such as food and beverage.
• Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on‑site.
• Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams to keep progress smooth and accurate.
• Travel rotations: 5 on – 2 off, 10 on – 4 off, or 14 on – 7 off, with new challenges and locations per project.

• Love of travel; expected to be away from home on rotation (logistics handled by Pro Automated).
• Preferred experience:
  
  working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking.
• Adaptability and grit; thrive when plans change and challenges pop up.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Must live within 50 miles of a major airport (relocation assistance available).
• Personal vehicle within 45 days of employment for local projects.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Technical degree or equivalent hands‑on experience (3+ years) in electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.

• Walk long distances across large facilities or job sites as part of daily work activities.
• Climb ladders, stairs, or work at heights.
• Lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
• Stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
• Work in varied environments (construction sites, outdoor, hot/cold).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

If you want a career that’s challenging, travel‑filled, and far from ordinary, we’d love to meet you. Apply now to get on our radar for early 2026 hiring.

Pro Automated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.