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Field Service Engineer - Controls
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Éire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Field Service Engineer – Controls
About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled Field Service Engineer with a strong background in industrial automation and controls. This position will be embedded at a customer facility, serving as the primary point of contact for all machine control functions. You’ll play a key role in ensuring reliable equipment performance and sharing technical knowledge to support operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
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Act as the on-site subject matter expert for controls-related systems, including PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, and diagnostics.
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Troubleshoot, adjust, and optimize automated equipment to meet production goals.
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Support installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing of new systems.
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Provide hands-on training and technical guidance to customer teams.
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Collaborate with engineering, project, and service teams to address technical challenges and performance improvements.
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Assist with retrofits, upgrades, and reliability initiatives to extend equipment lifecycle.
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Maintain accurate technical documentation, change records, and service reports.
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Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve equipment issues.
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Ensure compliance with site safety standards and industry quality requirements.
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Deliver regular updates on performance metrics, customer satisfaction, and opportunities for system enhancements.
What We’re Looking For
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Degree in Controls Engineering (or related discipline) or equivalent professional experience.
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3+ years in automation/controls, ideally with experience in complex, large-scale industrial systems.
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Strong knowledge of Rockwell and/or Siemens PLC programming, architecture, and networks.
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Experience with servo motion systems (camming experience a plus).
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Familiarity with robotics (ABB, Fanuc), vision systems, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet).
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Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset.
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Proficiency with Microsoft 365; Salesforce knowledge is an advantage.
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
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Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments.
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Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within North America and Europe as required.
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Willingness to be based at customer sites during project build and embedded service phases.
Additional Information
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This role requires occasional weekend support and flexibility to travel.
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Physical requirements include standing, walking, and light lifting.
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Work may involve exposure to high noise or active manufacturing environmentsBefore You Apply
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