Engines Service Engineer, Level 1-3

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title: Service Engineer, Engines (Level 1–3)

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Salary Range: $25.00 - $42.00 per hour (based on level of skills and experience)

Travel: Field Position – field service and customer site visits, up to 85%

About The Role

The Service Engineer, Engines is a highly skilled technical professional responsible for executing and supporting maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities on company-supported engine systems and equipment. This role requires a strong commitment to technical mastery, precision, and structured execution, whether working independently or as part of a team in field or shop environments.

This position is ideal for individuals who are driven to understand systems deeply, analyze data independently, and deliver work to exacting standards—even in high-pressure, fast-changing environments. The role is structured across three levels (Level 1–3), allowing for progression as technical capability, judgment, and leadership responsibility increase.

Core Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Perform in-house and field service work, including installation, troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of supported engine systems
• Execute work in accordance with established processes, procedures, and quality standards
• Apply strong attention to detail and technical accuracy in all service activities
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures through systematic analysis and data-driven troubleshooting
• Replace, document, and verify parts and repairs to ensure reliable outcomes
• Support Technical Assistance Group (TAG), training efforts, and system-level testing as required
• Maintain professionalism and composure while working under changing priorities, deadlines, and service demands
  
  

Progressive Responsibilities By Level

Level 1 – Developing Service Engineer

• Perform assigned service tasks under close supervision within defined guidelines
• Build foundational knowledge of engine components and system-level functionality
• Assist with structured fault-finding and basic troubleshooting activities
• Support customers and internal teams with basic technical guidance, including low-level controls support
• Demonstrate a disciplined approach to learning, documentation, and task execution
  
  

Level 2 – Intermediate Service Engineer

(Includes all Level 1 responsibilities, plus the following)

• Perform independent electrical and mechanical fault-finding
• Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics with accuracy
• Install and commission standard control and actuation systems
• Deliver basic to intermediate technical instruction to customers and colleagues
• Apply experience and judgment to plan work while maintaining adherence to structured processes
• Balance efficiency with precision in a dynamic service environment
  
  

Level 3 – Senior / Lead Service Engineer

(Includes all Level 1 and 2 responsibilities, plus the following)

• Perform advanced diagnostics on complex engine, control, and system integrations
• Interpret and develop detailed control system diagrams
• Install and commission controls, small systems, and integrated actuation packages
• Serve as a technical authority, mentoring junior engineers and reinforcing best practices
• Provide high-level TAG support, recommending optimal technical solutions aligned with customer requirements
• Support in-house system testing and lead technically complex service activities
• Plan, prioritize, and direct work based on experience, technical judgment, and operational demands
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical expertise with a methodical problem-solving approach
• High degree of attention to detail, accuracy, and technical discipline
• Ability to independently analyze data, systems, and technical information
• Comfort working under pressure with shifting priorities and service demands
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and customer interaction
• Mental stamina to maintain focus and precision amid frequent interactions and disruptions
  
  

Education & Experience Requirements

Level 1

• Recognized electrical or mechanical certificate from a trade school or military training institution or
• Associate Degree in a related technical field
• 0–2 years of relevant experience
  
  

Level 2

• 2–4 years of relevant field experience
• Trade school or military technical certification or
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree with applicable experience
  
  

Level 3

• 4–6 years of relevant experience
• Trade school or military technical certification or
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree with 2–4 years of applicable experience
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing, kneeling, stooping, and work in confined or industrial spaces
• Frequent physical movement including twisting and reaching
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Capacity to maintain focus and technical accuracy during long or demanding workdays
  
  

Why This Role

This position offers a clear pathway for technical growth and mastery, exposure to complex engine systems, and the opportunity to progress from developing technician to senior technical authority. It is well-suited for individuals who take pride in precision, structured execution, and becoming a true expert in their field—while still thriving in the realities of dynamic service environments.

Benefits & Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and long-term career growth:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) plus Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Tuition Assistance and Technical Training Support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Health Advocacy Services
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonuses
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.

Salary Description

$25.00 - $42.00 per hour (DOE)