Automation Field Service Engineer III

Job Description

The Automation Field Engineer diagnoses and repairs automated welding equipment as well as the computer systems that control it. This position is responsible for providing training in the use and general maintenance of Fronius equipment. The Automation Field Engineer is responsible for selling and installing Fronius products.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Presents demonstrations and conducts training in handheld automation systems, both in-house and at trade shows.
• Installs systems for customers and reports all installations through the CRM RESCO application.
• Certifies customer operators and ensures maintenance personnel are fully trained on equipment purchased.
• Reports after-sales and warranties through the CRM RESCO application.
• Documents all customer work through the CRM RESCO application.
• Maintains the Houston facilities to always ensure good working order and customer-presentable conditions.
• Maintains automation rental equipment to ensure operational condition.
• Maintains customer service records in CRM.
• Maintains automation service documents for all USA automation installations and upcoming installations.
• Diagnoses electronic and electro-mechanical issues.
• Repairs damaged components, including electronic boards, motors, computers, and welding equipment.
• Promotes and supports the "Fronius Way" philosophy.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Additional tasks, responsibilities, and requirements based on job levels:

Automation Field Service Engineer III

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provides advanced support for complex automation installations.
• Oversees major installations
• Conducts advanced level training
• Acts as primary technical expert of Fronius USA Automation service personnel
• Diagnoses electronic, electro-mechanical, and advanced robotic issues.
• Leads automation service personnel, including training, scheduling, and documentation of proficiency.
• Coordinates and assigns all in-house demonstrations and application work to automation service team.
• Maintains calibration standards and supports application tasks in the lab.
• Assists Automation Manager in interviewing service candidates.

Requirements

• Advanced organizational, communication, problem-solving, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Proficient in all relevant Fronius processes and advanced welding automation systems.
• Prior team leadership and advanced technical troubleshooting experience strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Possess a valid U.S. Passport or have the ability to obtain one.
• Must have and maintain a valid USA driver's license.
• Must have one or more of the following: An Associate Degree from an accredited educational institution in Mechanical and Electrical Technology; military certification in Mechanical Electrical Technology; 5-10 years of Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance experience; Bachelor Degree in Science Engineering from an accredited educational institution in Electrical, Mechanical or Welding; or 5 years of work experience in the electronic field with primary duties to diagnose and repair electronic devices
• Regular travel
• Fluent in speaking and writing the English language. Spanish and/or German desired but not required
• Basic understanding of welding.
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and flow/pressure diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic software programming and ladder logic.
• Proper use of electrical and mechanical tools and test equipment.
• Proficient with all core Microsoft office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Organizational, communication, problem-solving, multitasking and time management skills.

Health and Safety

• Must comply with all safety and health standards established by Fronius USA, LLC and federal, state, or local requirements
• Ability to bend and reach, with repetitive motion
• Hearing, naturally or with aids
• Vision 20/20, with or without correction
• Physical demands of the job include standing, use of hands to manipulate objects, talking, hearing, looking, typing, walking, twisting, and bending
• Employees could be requested to lift, carry, reach above the shoulder, stoop, squat, kneel, and crouch
• Employees could be required to lift up to 50 pounds
• Employees will perform duties in an office environment and a field setting
• Employees will be occasionally exposed to tripping hazards
• Employee will be exposed to excessive noise levels in the work environment which will require ear protection
• Employee will be exposed to welding arcs that emit UV light which requires the wearing of appropriate clothes
• Fronius customers' facilities are often hot (exceeding 100 F), high humidity (over 50%) and dirty

We offer a generous benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedule with hybrid options
• PTO available immediately plus 11 paid holidays
• Employer matched 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision covered 100% for employees
• 50% company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision for your family
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care

Fronius USA, LLC is proud to offer Equal Employment Opportunities and committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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