Field Service Technician | Electronics

This role is ideal for a hands-on technician who enjoys a mix of troubleshooting, repair work, and on-site customer interaction. You will be responsible for getting complex electro‑mechanical actuators up and running, diagnosing issues in returned equipment, and supporting customers during installation and service visits.

Client Details

For nearly a century, a fully employee‑owned engineering firm has specialized in designing rugged, highly precise electric motion‑control equipment used in some of the most demanding industrial settings. Their actuators support the reliable operation of facilities such as energy plants, water and wastewater treatment systems, steel mills, paper mills, cement manufacturing lines, and major petrochemical operations across the globe. From their headquarters in Pennsylvania, the company is recognized for long-lasting products and exceptional direct technical support.

Description

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  Evaluation of Returned Equipment
  
  
  • Examine mechanical assemblies for wear, mechanical faults, or component damage.
  • Use schematics and electrical test tools-including multimeters, hipot testers, and specialized diagnostic equipment-to identify electrical problems.
  
  
  Documentation & Issue Tracking
  
  
  • Enter all findings electronically to support repair estimates and job planning.
  
  
  Repair & Reconditioning
  
  
  • Perform both mechanical and electrical restoration work so that actuators meet original factory performance standards.
  • Verify successful repairs using dedicated test systems.
  
  
  Customer-Site Commissioning & Field Service
  
  
  • Travel periodically to customer facilities to support installation, verify mechanical mounting and wiring, and ensure the actuators operate correctly in the customer's system.
  • Diagnose issues on-site and replace components such as motors, transformers, control assemblies, circuit boards, and digital modules as needed.
  
  
  Reporting & Site Compliance
  
  
  • Prepare clear service reports covering work completed, time on-site, and travel details.
  • Complete all required safety training-either on‑site or online-before visiting customer locations.
  
  

Profile

Requirements

Technical & Professional Qualifications

• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and mechanical schematics.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing electro‑mechanical assemblies.
• Willingness to travel several times per month, sometimes with short notice.
• Comfortable flying or driving rental vehicles for service visits.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work safely and professionally with customer representatives.
• Consistent, reliable attendance and a strong attention to detail.
• Solid shop math skills.

Education

• High school diploma required.
• Two-year technical degree in electronics (or equivalent training) plus roughly ten years of related work experience.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $85,000 annually.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Potential for professional growth and skill development.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on employee success.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.