Field Service Engineer - Filling and Blow Molding
Job Description
Join a field-based role supporting aseptic filling and blow molding equipment across North America.
Responsibilities
- Install, commission, inspect, repair, test, and optimize blow molding, beverage, and liquid filling equipment
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues across mechanical, process, electrical, and equipment systems
- Carry out equipment modifications, upgrades, retrofits, rebuilds, and machine restarts
- Support new equipment installs from mechanical installation through commissioning and start-up
- Complete scheduled service work including audits, preventive maintenance, line start-ups, and service interventions
- Troubleshoot remotely and provide Help Desk support when required
- Produce detailed field service reports, inspection reports, and SOPs
- Train customers on equipment operation, preventive maintenance, scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Recommend equipment upgrades and optimization opportunities based on customer needs
- Coordinate on-site subcontractors and external technicians as needed
- Collaborate with project and site teams to support safety requirements during service activities
- Support internal teams with parts identification, technical questions, quoting, and upgrade opportunities
- Find ways to improve service tools, procedures, and processes
Requirements
- 10+ years of hands-on experience with blow molders, liquid filling equipment, beverage equipment, or similar industrial machinery
- Mechanical Engineering degree, Filling Equipment Certificate, or an equivalent combination of technical training and hands-on experience
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair capabilities
- Experience installing and servicing filling and blow molding equipment
- Ability to safely use hand and power tools in an industrial environment
- Comfort reading and interpreting mechanical and assembly drawings, P&IDs, pneumatic schematics, and equipment manuals
- Ability to lead small teams and also work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated with confidence working directly with customers
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and related applications
- Valid driver’s license
Tools & Technologies
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
- 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday
- 136 hours of PTO
- 7% 401(k) employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts
Travel
- Field-based role requiring up to 80% travel
- Most travel throughout the United States and Canada
- Occasional international travel for customer service assignments and technical training
Location: Oakdale, MN (onsite)
Compensation: USD 100,000 - 130,000 per year