KESTREL Vision is seeking experienced Field Service Engineers to support high-speed machine vision inspection systems in food and beverage manufacturing environments. The role involves extensive travel and requires a hands-on professional who can install, troubleshoot, and provide technical support for these systems.
Responsibilities:
- Install, commission, and upgrade machine vision inspection systems at customer sites
- Perform advanced troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and software systems
- Diagnose and resolve issues involving processor-based inspection equipment
- Integrate inspection systems into existing high-speed production lines
- Conduct onsite equipment inspections, system audits, and performance evaluations
- Provide professional technical support and training to customer personnel
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system drawings
- Complete clear, detailed service documentation and communicate effectively with internal teams
- Work independently while managing a dynamic, travel-heavy schedule
Requirements:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience servicing precision electro-mechanical or industrial equipment
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software-based systems
- Strong experience with wiring termination, cable management, and control panels
- Experience assembling equipment, frames, and support structures
- Proficiency with power tools in industrial environments
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to explain technical concepts
- Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable working without direct supervision
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, customer needs, and environments
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Network Engineering, or Computer Technology (or equivalent military technical experience or certified trade training)
- Experience with inspection technologies such as machine vision, x-ray, infrared, or magnetic systems
- PLC programming or troubleshooting experience
- Prior field service experience in manufacturing or production environments
- Technical documentation or technical writing experience
- Metal fabrication or welding experience