Service Engineer

At Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (MEAU), we've built a tradition of technological leadership and innovation. Join our team of smart, dedicated, technical experts as a Field Service Engineer, supporting the Western territory. In this role, you’ll provide superior on-site product and application support to help our customers increase their machine UPTIME. Additionally, you will be provided with a company vehicle and have the flexibility of working in your home office to support your assigned region. 

Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical service and support to our customers, including: MTBs, dealers, and end-users, via:
• On-Site service at customer facilities using learned knowledge and experience of electro-mechanical assemblies, system operations, programming and diagnosing of equipment problems
• In-House telephone support using an automated call distribution network (ACD) with heavy call volume maintaining department goals for time to answer and total log-in time
• Communicate with customers in e-mail, on-line chat, and internal technical forums
• Diagnose equipment breakdowns where knowledge of machinery and other automated systems is used to maintain customer UPTIME
• Install components and solutions offered by Mitsubishi Electric Factory Automation where knowledge of programming, calibrating, tuning, rebuilding and maintaining customer’s equipment in the field is being utilized
• Support the in-house systems for diagnostics such as simulators, programming systems, tools, etc.
• Present and sell customers our value added services (VAS) to help accomplish their UPTIME goals; CloudCNC, extended warranties, optional functions, machine tuning, control upgrades, training, etc.
• Promote the sales of spare parts to customers which would further assist in their machine UPTIME
• Determine, order, and replace parts as necessary while maintaining the consignment inventory account by following up on the defective and unused parts returns
• Enter all technical claims, service activity, follow ups, and other customer related inquiries into SAP, while maintaining data integrity
• Support the business operations, including:
• Participating in company training programs whereby passing with satisfactory levels
• Create and/or update technical documentation
• Feedback areas of improvement in design to the Technical Support Engineers
• Feedback to management for newly found issues
• Follow up on performed service calls and open technical support claims using established database via company phone and e-mail systems
• Cooperate with and take instruction/ support advice from Senior Engineer 

Travel Requirements

• 80% travel based on customer demand, primarily within Northern California

Required Skills

• BSEET or equivalent related experience
• 0-3 years experience in field service for industrial automation
• Ability to sell value added services to customers
• Knowledgeable on electrical and mechanical tools for machine repair
• Mechanical aptitude
• Hands-on knowledge of volt meters, oscilloscopes, and other test / measuring equipment
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation: schematics, logic, procedures, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate with and maintain effective relationships with customers and colleagues
• Organization skills for arranging travel plans and service call schedule
• Ability to travel by car and plane to on-site service calls
• Ability to be “on call” to meet customer’s service needs as they arise
• Ability to perform a hands-on role in an industrial environment, including but not limited to: wearing of proper safety attire, maneuvering into tight locations, occasional heavy lifting and carrying, standing on hard surfaces, and knowledgeable on electrical and mechanical tools for machine repairs
• Team orientation
• Computer proficiency – knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Customer focused

Beneficial Education, Skills and Experience

• Experience in Computerized Numeric Controls (CNCs) products preferred
• Experience in Motion Controllers (AC and DC) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) a plus
• Experience in field service a plus

To attract and retain enthusiastic and dedicated professionals, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including 401K matching. We also offer benefits that can’t be measured in monetary value. For example, At MEAU you’ll work in a team-oriented environment with people who enjoy coming to work every day. You’ll be able to create a clear career development path through our in-house learning and development program. You’ll have the opportunity to give back to your community in company-supported charitable events. And, have the confidence that comes with working for an industry leader that’s growing year over year and is an affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, a $40 billion company.

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Required Experience

• BSEET or equivalent related experience
• 0-3 years experience in field service for industrial automation