Job Information
Actalent Field Service Engineer in SPRINGFIELD, New Jersey
Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Job Description
This hands-on field position requires SCADA/DCS knowledge, a proactive learning attitude, and excellent organizational and communication skills. The role involves equipment troubleshooting and startup experience in SCADA/Controls/Automation. Bilingual abilities are a plus.
Responsibilities
Travel as required domestically and potentially internationally (little if at all).
Update customer documentation based on field activities.
When not traveling, work in a Help Desk capacity in the Customer Service Department.
Participate in the integration, loading, configuration, and testing of SCADA, networking, and communication hardware and software.
Work with customers to help startup, configure, and cutover NEW equipment/systems.
Perform training in a formal and/or ad hoc environment as required.
Write documentation such as Test Plans/Procedures, User Manuals, and How-to Guides.
Essential Skills
2-3 years of Field Service experience.
SCADA/Controls/Automation startup experience.
Equipment troubleshooting expertise.
Good organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Networking experience (hardware & software) including LAN experience with routers, bridges, switches, TCP/IP, and Ethernet.
Communication experience with Lease Line, Radio (154/900 MHZ), Spread Spectrum, cable, and Internet.
PC hardware knowledge including NIC, video cards, modems, serial & parallel ports.
Experience with Microsoft suite, ACAD, graphic software, SQL/ODBC.
Operating Systems knowledge of OpenVMS, NT, and Microsoft Windows.
Fluency in understanding electrical/electronic schematics and interconnection diagrams.
Industry experience in Utility Power, Municipal, Coop., IOU (Investor Owned Utility), Transportation PLC, SCADA, DCS.
Hands-on experience with test instruments such as meters, scopes, analyzers, debuggers, and simulators.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Disciplined to follow procedures in an ISO9001:2008 Registered Company.
Ability to travel within North America (15-20 percent).
Responsible, dedicated, and able to work well under pressure.
Decisive with a willingness to make decisions.
Administrative skills to submit weekly timesheets, Expense Reports, Trip Reports, and update User documentation as required.
Good Customer Service attitude and skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.
Holidays: 9-10 Sick TimeVacation after 6 full months: 5 days Medical, Dental, Long-term disability, short term disability, FSA optional, 401K, Optional supplemental insurance
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in SPRINGFIELD,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.