• Field Service Engineer

    Actalent (Joliet, IL)


    Job Title: Field Service Engineer

    Job Description

    The primary responsibility of the Field Service Engineer is to perform checkout and verification of project sites and develop general controls and contracting skills. The engineer will spend most of the work week on project sites, traveling directly to and from these sites and home.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform checkout and verification of project sites.

    + Conduct a point-to-point checkout of all equipment on the assigned job.

    + Complete a checkout book detailing point-to-point verification, including all physical points on the project.

    + Make detailed notes of locations of physical equipment.

    + Verify all hardware according to appropriate guidelines.

    + Note offsets, calibrations, issues, or failures in the checkout book.

    + Communicate daily with Project Manager, Project Engineer, Field Supervisor, or Field Engineer assigned to the project.

    + Troubleshoot issues with any equipment on the project site.

    + Write service tickets for issues outside the scope of the project.

    + Contact supervisor for issues outside of skill set and technical support when unable to resolve with supervisor.

    + Create and maintain daily logs, noting completed equipment checkouts, problems or issues, and interference from other contractors.

    + Understand the project scope, hours allotted for tasks, and review submittals, mechanical drawings, specifications, and pertinent details.

    + Identify potential change orders and notify the supervisor.

    + Perform responsibilities with respect for self and company, including punctuality, appropriate dress, vehicle maintenance, timely communication, and adherence to safety guidelines.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).

    + Hands-on internship experience with equipment.

    + Ability to troubleshoot mechanical-based equipment.

    + Ability to troubleshoot electrical-based equipment.

    + Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, mechanical drawings, and schematics.

    + Willingness to travel 100% of the time within Illinois.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience working with mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems, Fan Coil Units (FCUs), and Unit Ventilators (UVs).

    Work Environment

    The work environment is dynamic, involving direct reporting to staff and receiving direction from field service engineers. The company provides opportunities for upward mobility in project management or sales, within a smaller, supportive setting that emphasizes growth and autonomy. The position requires adherence to project and personal safety guidelines and maintaining professional attire while onsite.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

     

    • 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 Joliet,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.