What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech, Field Service position at Barnes Aerospace?
Tasks / Responsibilities
- Travel to customer sites (domestic and international) to support installation, commissioning, and service of hot runner control systems.
- Establish and develop strong working relationships with customers, acting as the primary technical contact for controls-related topics.
- Provide technical support and training during startup and optimization of hot runner systems, with a strong focus on temperature control systems (Gammaflux, Manner e-control, PRIAMUS)
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot hot runner controllers, wiring, sensors (thermocouples), and control cabinets.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and system integration issues, including communication with injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Perform rework, upgrades, retrofits, and repairs on control systems and related components.
- Prepare and coordinate service calls, including review of technical documentation, system configurations, and required spare parts.
- Analyze system performance and recommend improvements to enhance process stability, part quality, and cycle time.
- Support integration of advanced control technologies such as valve gate sequencing and cavity pressure systems (e.g., PRIAMUS).
- Document service activities through detailed reports and communicate findings with internal teams (Project Management, Engineering, Sales).
- Ensuring compliance with all occupational health and safety requirements
- Support of global Molding Solutions sites
- Support of global integration initiatives, including harmonization/standardization of processes, KPIs, and cross-functional training
- 3 years of experience in plastics injection molding, with strong exposure to hot runner systems and controls
- Hands-on experience with temperature control systems such as Gammaflux, Manner e-control, and/or PRIAMUS preferred.
- Strong electrical and controls troubleshooting skills (wiring, sensors, control units, PLC interface is a plus).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols and machine interfaces is an advantage.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and analytical approach.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and customer-facing experience.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 80%.
- Valid passport and ability to travel internationally.
- Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrix organization.
- Prepare and submit detailed service reports following each customer visit, including work performed, system status, identified issues, and recommended corrective actions.
- Document and communicate technical findings, system improvements, and recurring issues to internal stakeholders (Engineering, Project Management, and Customer Care) to support continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate records of service activities, installed configurations, and customer-specific setups, ensuring proper documentation of control systems (Gammaflux, Manner e-control, PRIAMUS) and related components.