Senior Field Service Engineer – Advanced Manufacturing Equipment

GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc.

. Install, commission, test, and service complex industrial machinery .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeLombard • Illinois • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in installing, commissioning, and servicing complex industrial machinery, with strong capabilities in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. Proficient in diagnosing machine failures and providing technical guidance while collaborating with engineering teams.

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Electrical TroubleshootingMechanical TroubleshootingPLC-Controlled MachinerySiemens/TIA Portal ExperiencePreventive Maintenance

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Hard Skills

Installation of Industrial MachineryCommissioning of Industrial EquipmentReading Electrical SchematicsReading Mechanical DrawingsDiagnosing Complex Machine FailuresHands-On Mechanical RepairPreventive MaintenanceSystem UpgradesEquipment ModificationsTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

Customer InteractionTechnical GuidanceIndependent TroubleshootingCollaboration with Engineering TeamsConfidence in Service Situations

Tools & Technologies

PLCsHMIsDrivesMotorsSensorsMotion SystemsIndustrial Communication NetworksMachine Safety SystemsElectron Beam TechnologyVacuum Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Field ServiceIndustrial EquipmentComplex MachineryTechnical TrainingHigh-Voltage Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Electron

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, commission, test, and service complex industrial machinery
Troubleshoot equipment failures across electrical, mechanical, controls, motion, and process-related components
Diagnose issues involving PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, sensors, safety circuits, communication networks, and machine peripherals
Perform hands-on mechanical troubleshooting, adjustment, repair, and component replacement
Perform preventive maintenance, system upgrades, and equipment modifications
Independently work through complex machine failures and determine appropriate corrective actions
Collaborate with engineering and technical specialists in Germany when additional support is required
Document service activities, technical findings, repairs, and recommendations
Train customers and provide technical guidance to other service personnel
Support equipment, service, and customer projects at the Lombard facility as needed
Participate in technical training in Germany and develop expertise in electron beam, vacuum, and high-voltage technology
Work directly on complex industrial equipment at customer sites and at pro-beam's U.S. technical facility in Lombard

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of hands-on field service, commissioning, installation, or industrial equipment experience
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities
Experience independently diagnosing complex machine failures
Experience installing and/or commissioning sophisticated industrial machinery
Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation
Working knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery; Siemens/TIA Portal experience is particularly valuable
Experience with drives, motors, sensors, motion systems, industrial communication networks, and machine safety systems
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to perform hands-on repair work
Confidence working directly with customers in demanding service situations
Ability to troubleshoot independently while knowing when technical escalation is appropriate
Willingness to travel approximately 50–80% throughout North America
Ability and willingness to travel internationally for technical training, particularly to Germany
Valid driver's license
Direct electron beam experience is not required
Experience with vacuum technology, high voltage, beam technology, or electron beam equipment is a plus, but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
Overtime eligibility
Extensive technical training, including training in Germany
Opportunity to develop expertise in specialized electron beam technology
Significant independence and technical responsibility
International collaboration with engineering and technical teams
Opportunity to contribute to the continued development of pro-beam's U.S. service organization
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, PTO, and paid holidays