Job Description
Field Service Mechanical Engineer
*Location:* Smyrna, GA | Approximately 50- 60% Travel (Primarily Monday–Thursday) The first few month will be onsite for training
*Type:* Full-Time, Permanent | *Base Salary:* $60,000 total comp 80,000- $85,000 + including Overtime & Bonuses
*Position Overview:*
We are seeking a skilled and self-directed *Field Service Mechanical Engineer* with a background in *Mechanical Engineering* to join a growing team supporting advanced injection stretch blow molding (ISBM) machinery. This role is field-based and requires regular travel to customer sites across the U.S. to provide hands-on service, technical support, and commissioning.
This position is ideal for a candidate who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and working directly with manufacturing operations to ensure optimal equipment performance.
*Key Responsibilities:*
* *Field Service Mechanical Engineer* will works on-site to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment including service injection stretch blow molding (ISBM) machinery at customer sites.
* Frequently travel to customer sites
* Diagnose mechanical failures in machines or systems.
* Perform on-site repairs to minimize production interruptions.
* Collaborate with engineers or manufacturers for complex issues
* Provide both onsite and remote technical support for customers and internal teams.
* Perform machine commissioning, calibration, mold trials, and system optimization.
*Qualifications:*
* *Bachelor’s degree* in *Mechanical Engineering* or a related field (like Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Design).
* College graduates with Electrical engineer degrees are encouraged to apply
* *Mechanical knowledge*: Understanding of machines, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC systems, or industrial equipment depending on the industry.
* *Troubleshooting skills*: Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical problems quickly.
* *Use of tools and instruments*: Hand tools, power tools, diagnostic tools, measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, pressure gauges).
* *Reading technical documents*: Blueprints, schematics, manuals, and CAD drawings.
* Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
* After training 3-5 months must be willing to travel approximately 50-60% of the time, primarily via air, Monday through Thursday. All travel is expensed and paid for including time traveling
*Compensation & Benefits:*
* Competitive base salary ($60,000) with significant overtime and annual bonus potential (total compensation can exceed $80,000-85,000)
* All travel time is paid
* 100% employer-paid medical insurance for the employee
* Vision, dental, FSA, and life insurance coverage
* 401(k) with company match
* One month of PTO annually:
* Two weeks of vacation
* 13 paid holidays
* Two floating days
*Why Join Us?*
This is a high-impact, high-visibility role offering a unique blend of technical challenge, travel, and professional growth. You'll work with sophisticated manufacturing systems and be the trusted expert supporting customers across the country. If you're looking for a role with strong compensation, excellent benefits, and room to grow, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Remote work, Monday to Thursday, Flexible hours,