Job Description
Job Title:
Field Service Engineer
Req ID:
47210
Job Location (Short):
Houston, USA | Loves Park, IL, USA | Milwaukee, WI, USA | Raleigh, USA
Employment Type:
Full Time
Segment:
Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category:
Sales
Work Location Type:
Remote
The Impact You'll Make
Join Danfoss Drives and become part of a team making a significant impact in energy efficiency and electrification. As a global leader in power conversion solutions, we are committed to sustainability, exceptional quality, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Our technology powers industries worldwide and supports global decarbonization efforts. Engineer a better future with Danfoss, where meaningful change begins with you!
As a Field Service Engineer, you will be the trusted expert helping customers achieve their goals. You’ll work on exciting applications across HVAC, Water, Metals, Pulp & Paper, Energy, and Oil & Gas, providing hands-on technical support for AC drives and drive systems.
This is your opportunity to combine problem-solving skills with a customer-first mindset. You’ll play a key role in commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimizing systems that keep industries moving—all while developing your expertise and growing your career in a global organization.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Start up and commission single drives and drive systems, ensuring optimal performance for customer applications.
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Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on drives and drive systems to maximize reliability and uptime.
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Conduct performance measurements and factory acceptance tests to guarantee quality and reliability.
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Deliver technical training to customers and partners, sharing your expertise and building strong relationships.
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Provide feedback on drive or drive system performance at customer installations.
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Assist Danfoss engineers with technical issues and support applications, particularly in field support aspects.
- Forge strong customer relationships to promote Danfoss Drives services and solutions to strengthen partnerships and drive future business.
What We're Looking For
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Hands-on experience (3–5 years preferred) with AC drives projects and commissioning complex applications. Background in industries such as pulp & paper, energy storage, oil & gas, marine, mining, or metals processing.
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Automation, Physics, or equivalent experience. Knowledge of drive dimensioning, controls design, and power/control components; medium voltage drives and PLC systems are a plus.
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Strong communication skills, customer-focused mindset, and ability to work in multicultural environments.
- Willingness to travel frequently, up to 75%, and adapt to varied work environments including marine and offshore locations.
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Proficiency in English; Spanish language skills are an asset.
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000- $105,000+ bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
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