Engineer Field Service I

About the role

Join a global leader in industrial power electronics and bring mission-critical systems to life in the field. As a VFD Field Service Engineer/Technician, you’ll work hands-on with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), motors, and industrial control systems, supporting customers across multiple industries.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting of VFDs and motor-driven systems
• Diagnose equipment issues using fault data, electrical testing, and system analysis
• Execute repairs, component replacements, and system restarts in the field
• Support installation verification, programming, and tuning of new equipment
• Interface directly with customers, providing technical support and recommendations to improve system performance and reliability
• Document service activities through detailed field reports and service documentation
• Collaborate with engineering teams on complex technical issues and product improvements

Requirements

• 0–5 years of experience in field service, electrical systems, or industrial equipment (commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, or repair experience preferred)
• Exposure to VFDs, AC/DC drives, motors, or industrial power electronics is a strong plus
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in the field
• Comfortable working in industrial environments (plants, facilities, job sites)

Qualifications

• Education Required: Associate (2-year technical degree) in Electrical/Electronic Technology or equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Skills

• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in the field
• Comfortable working in industrial environments (plants, facilities, job sites)

Benefits

• Up to 80% travel (domestic & international) required
• Must be able to deploy on short notice and work at customer sites as needed
• Hands-on work with electrical systems, industrial equipment, and test instrumentation

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Variable, with up to 80% travel required