• Field Service Engineer

    Actalent (New Lenox, IL)


    Job Title: Field Service Engineer

    Job Description

    As a Field Service Engineer, you will primarily work with DC drives for auto shredders and general drive applications. You will be responsible for the design, start-up, and service of automation systems, ensuring smooth operations and optimal performance. This role involves various technical tasks including drive configurations, PLC and HMI programming, data acquisition, and SCADA systems.

    Responsibilities

    + Design, start-up, and service of automation systems.

    + Configure drives and program PLCs and HMIs.

    + Develop electrical circuit designs and bill of materials.

    + Conduct system tests and start-ups.

    + Provide field engineering services on customers’ drive systems and automation controls.

    + Offer customer service and technical assistance to both internal and external customers.

    + Perform engineering studies.

    Essential Skills

    + 2-5 years of experience in an automation, industrial equipment, or systems integration environment.

    + Experience with field service work, including installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting equipment.

    + Proficiency with motors/drives (VFD) and a strong working knowledge of electricity.

    + Ability to open, manipulate, and troubleshoot PLC code.

    + Strong mechanical aptitude.

    + Understanding of force theory.

    + Familiarity with basic electrical testing equipment and tools such as electrical meters, sockets, and wrenches.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Engineering Degree.

    + PLC Programming experience.

    + Medium voltage experience.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Lenox, IL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $48.08/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 New Lenox,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

    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.