Field Service Engineer (Permanent)

Rockford, IL, us on site Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

First IT Solutions

Position Title     Field Service Engineer Level 3 - Machine Tools

Location             Rockford IL

We are looking for someone with field service experience in the machine tool industry.

Summary

            Performs and oversees the installation or replacement of equipment and control.

Duties

* Troubleshooting of wiring and electrical systems

* Availability to travel domestic and international at least up to 75% of the time (mandatory)

* Troubleshooting of fluid and electrical servo activated systems

* Level and alignment of CNC machines

* Troubleshooting and repair of mechanical components such as spindle units, gearboxes, and other mechanical machine components

* Mechanical troubleshooting of closed and open loop axes control

* CNC geometry and positioning axis compensation

* Train hands on Junior Service Engineers

* Advises management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvement

* Ability to align and use positioning, straightness and geometry measuring lasers

* 5 axis Traori set up

* Automatic tool changer and tool management trouble shooting and setup

* Acceptance test with customers

* Maintenance training for customers

 

Qualifications

* Able to meet customer needs in difficult and demanding situations

* Comfortable with international travel to remote locations

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to work with personal computers, various software applications, read engineering blue prints, and use hand tools

Experience

* 4-8 years of experience in the Machine Tool Field

* Good understanding of electrical and mechanical principles 

Computer Skills

* MS Office tools

 

Education

* High School diploma required

* Technical degree preferred

Job Status: Full Time / Permanent position

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About this role

Summary

Install, troubleshoot, and repair machine tools and CNC equipment, train staff, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Job title

Field Service Engineer (Permanent)

Experience level

4-8 years

Industry

software

Location requirements

Rockford, IL, on-site, with travel allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

troubleshootingelectricalmechanicalblueprintshand tools

Preferred skills

technical degreeinternational travelcommunication

Specializations

machine toolselectrical systemsmechanical componentsCNCservo systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rockford, IL, USA

On-site City