Job Description
Job Title:  Field Service Engineer
Req ID:  47824
Job Location (Short):  Lappeenranta, FIN
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category:  Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type:  On-site

The Impact You'll Make

 We are looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our dedicated Service team. In this role, you will support customers across diverse industries by delivering high-quality field services for the full portfolio of Danfoss Drives products and solutions.


You will play a key role in commissioning, maintaining, and optimizing our drive systems, helping customers ensure reliable, efficient, and safe operation of their applications. This position combines hands-on technical work with strong customer interaction, making it ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about problem-solving.

What You’ll Be Doing

Installation & Commissioning

  • Oversee installation and commissioning of new drive systems.
  • Ensure proper configuration and performance aligned with specifications and customer expectations.

 

Troubleshooting & Repair

  • Diagnose and resolve complex issues across hardware, software, and application interfaces.
  • Support customers in restoring operational continuity with minimal downtime.

 

Preventive Maintenance

  • Conduct routine maintenance activities to prevent failures and enhance drive system longevity and performance.

 

Customer Support & Training

  • Deliver technical guidance and training to customers on drive operation and maintenance.
  • Support colleagues and service partner teams with expert knowledge.

 

Documentation

  • Prepare accurate service reports, technical documentation, and project records to ensure knowledge transparency and compliance.

 

On-site Project Management

  • Manage service projects from planning to execution, including coordination, scheduling, and customer communication.

 

Upselling & Service Business Support

  • Work closely with the sales organization to identify service opportunities and provide technical input during the sales process.

What We're Looking For

 

  • Ability and willingness to travel and work in industrial and offshore environments
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant practical experience
  • Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and/or PLCs
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to work independently
  • Solid communication skills in English (written and verbal)

What You'll Get from Us

 

  1. We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  2. 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.
  3. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
  4. You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

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.

Information at a Glance

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.