Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer Job

The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for traveling to customer sites to complete installations and troubleshoot automated foundry equipment. This position requires a deep understanding of automation, including PLC programming and troubleshooting. The engineer will travel nationally and internationally for 60% of the year, with projects typically lasting up to a week. A strong grasp of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and PLCs is essential. Additionally, the engineer must maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Install, set-up, inspect, service, and maintain various product lines in foundry and automotive plants.
• Conduct run-off 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 plants.

Essential Skills:

• Troubleshooting and installation of large industrial equipment.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting, including ladder logic programming.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally for 60% of the year.
• Certificate/Degree from a technical school or 3+ years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

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

Work Environment:

This position involves extensive travel, with 60% of time spent on the road, or up to 80% for remote workers outside Michigan. When not traveling, responsibilities include online troubleshooting, documentation, and computer work. The role provides exposure to highly automated manufacturing equipment, 10 paid holidays, and 2 weeks of PTO. After 6 months, access to Udemy for professional development is provided. The candidate will receive per diem, a company credit card, and mileage reimbursement if using their own vehicle.

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 Sep 10, 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, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.