Field Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Remote (U.S.-based with 75%+ travel)
Salary:

• $100,000–$110,000 base
• Additional compensation includes daily overtime pay, weekend premium rates, and travel-related earnings

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, 5 weeks PTO starting day one, and 11 paid holidays/sick days. .

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading industrial equipment manufacturer to hire a Field Service Engineer to support their Warranty Department. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in the field and is comfortable working at heights. The position focuses on supporting the performance, maintenance, commissioning, and troubleshooting of large-scale ship-to-shore crane systems across global port operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of ship-to-shore crane systems
• Commission AC/DC drive systems, medium voltage VFDs, and PLC-based controls
• Perform system tuning, diagnostics, and performance optimization
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues in the field
• Support system testing, customer acceptance, and warranty resolution activities
• Train customers on system operation and maintenance best practices
• Provide detailed field reports and collaborate with internal engineering teams
• Travel domestically and internationally (75%+), often with short notice
• Perform work at heights, including up to approximately 175 feet

Qualifications:

• Experience working with large AC/DC motors, medium voltage VFDs, and PLC programming
• Hands-on field service or commissioning experience in industrial environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills within electrical, automation, and control systems
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively and work at heights
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or similar) OR equivalent hands-on experience

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.