Job Description
Job Title:  Junior Field Service Engineer
Req ID:  49042
Job Location (Short):  Loves Park, IL, USA
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category:  Sales
Work Location Type:  Remote

The Impact You'll Make

 

You will help customers succeed by supporting the performance, reliability, and uptime of Danfoss Drives in real‑world industrial applications. From energy storage to metals, oil & gas, and marine environments, your work will directly impact how customers operate and grow their businesses.
 
In this role, you will build strong technical foundations while working alongside experienced engineers, customers, and partners. Every day brings new challenges, learning opportunities, and exposure to advanced low‑ and medium‑voltage drive systems.
 
If you enjoy solving technical problems, working hands‑on in the field, and growing into a trusted customer expert, this role gives you the opportunity to engineer solutions that matter.

What You’ll Be Doing

 

  • Support the startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of low‑ and medium‑voltage drives and drive systems at customer sites and remotely
  • Learn to optimize drive performance for specific customer applications and industries
  • Partner with technical support, application teams, and repair shops to deliver end‑to‑end customer solutions
  • Document service activities using Salesforce CRM, including service reports and performance feedback
  • Travel frequently to customer sites to support installations, commissioning, and urgent service needs

What We're Looking For

 

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Automation, or Physics
  • Interest or experience in industrial applications, power conversion, drives, PLCs, or automation systems
  • Strong problem‑solving, communication, and customer‑focused mindset
  • Willingness to travel up to 75%, including short‑notice and international assignments
  • Motivation to learn, grow, and work confidently in diverse environments and teams

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. 
     
    The US base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000- $89,000+ 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.

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.