Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer

The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for traveling to customer sites to perform installations and troubleshoot automated foundry equipment. This role requires extensive automation knowledge, particularly in PLC programming and troubleshooting. The engineer will travel both nationally and internationally for approximately 60% of the year, with projects often lasting up to a week. The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and PLCs, and be adept at maintaining strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Install, set-up, inspect, service, and maintain various product lines in foundry and automotive plants.
• Conduct run-off operations of assorted foundry automated equipment and specialized conveyor systems for the automotive industry.
• Maintain positive relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Represent the company's interests positively at customer sites.

Essential Skills:

• Extensive experience in troubleshooting and installation of large industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting, especially Allen-Bradley and Siemens systems.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally for 60% of the year.
• Certificate/Degree from a technical school or 3+ years of related experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Foundry experience.
• Engineering degree.
• Military experience.
• In-house manufacturing experience.
• Field service experience.

Work Environment:

This position requires extensive travel, with 60% of the time spent on the road and the remaining 40% on-site in Grand Ledge, MI, unless working remotely. Remote workers may have up to 80% travel. When not traveling, duties include online troubleshooting, documentation, and computer work. The role offers exposure to highly automated manufacturing equipment, 10 paid holidays, 2 weeks of PTO, access to Udemy after 6 months, per diem, a company credit card, and mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use. The position can be remote if located in PA, GA, WI, IL, MI, or IA, with training in Michigan provided with hotel and travel expenses covered.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Ledge, MI.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Ledge, MI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.

About Actalent:

ActALENT is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email acta Lentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.