What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to provide electrical and controls engineering expertise for new equipment and system introductions. This role requires an individual who is knowledgeable in control systems, system integration, and a variety of electromechanical devices. The position involves traveling to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support.
Responsibilities
- Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment and system introductions.
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert in control systems, including Siemens PLC, HMI, and Motion Control Systems.
- Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming.
- Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support.
- Maintain logs and written records of duties performed.
Essential Skills
- Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration.
- Understanding of PLC programming languages.
- Experience in troubleshooting electrical control panels.
- CNC troubleshooting experience.
- Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Savannah, GA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $34.00 - $43.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Savannah,GA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.
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.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $34 - $43