Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Job Description

The Field Service Engineer will assist the Engineering team in testing, troubleshooting, installing, and commissioning machines for our customers. Responsibilities include traveling to customer sites, troubleshooting primarily Allen-Bradley (and some Siemens) PLCs and drives, and installing and commissioning automation machinery in mills. There is no requirement to program from scratch, but training will be provided to enhance proficiency. The role primarily involves motors/drives experience (75%) and 25% PLC experience.

Hard SkillsFamiliarity with PLCsExperience with Motors and DrivesAbility to read Electrical SchematicsJob Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Willoughby, Ohio and some days remote.

Work Environment

The role requires around 75% travel, potentially up to a month at a time, followed by a few weeks off. The largest concentration of customers is on the eastern end of the U.S., including locations like Pittsburgh, Indiana, Cleveland, Michigan, Kentucky, West Virginia, Mississippi, and Texas. It is extremely rare to work outside of the U.S. There is an option to use a company vehicle, but typically employees use their own vehicle and are reimbursed $0.56/mile. The position is eligible for a per diem of $55/day. This role cannot be performed remotely and requires the employee to be in Cleveland when not traveling.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.

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