Field Service Engineer – Industrial Water Systems

Jim Myers & Sons Inc.

Field Service Engineer handling installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial water systems for JMS. Ensuring reliable equipment performance and providing customer support in the field.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $76,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary on-site technical resource for commissioning and startup, ensuring systems meet design specifications.
Lead troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and control systems, identifying root causes and implementing solutions.
Coordinate on-site with contractors, plant personnel, and internal stakeholders to drive progress and maintain schedules.
Perform system diagnostics on rotating equipment, VFDs, and control components to ensure reliable performance.
Conduct inspections, assessments, and preventative maintenance, identifying and addressing potential issues early.
Provide hands-on training to operators and maintenance teams on proper system operation and upkeep.
Generate clear field service reports documenting conditions, root causes, actions taken, and recommendations.
Act as a liaison between field operations and engineering, communicating findings and supporting improvements.
Lead post-installation support, including warranty service, follow-ups, and system optimization.
Maintain professional communication with customers, providing guidance and reinforcing JMS’s role as a trusted partner.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in field service, industrial maintenance, or equipment installation/startup
Strong mechanical aptitude (rotating equipment, mechanical assemblies, etc.)
Basic troubleshooting of control panels (motors, VFDs, basic control panels)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently in the field
Valid driver’s license
Strong communication and customer interaction skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary
Bonus opportunities
Company paid medical
Dental and life insurance
401K match
Excellent training
Great family work environment
Paid vacation and holiday

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Hard Skills & Tools

troubleshootingmechanical systemselectrical systemscontrol systemssystem diagnosticsrotating equipmentVFDspreventative maintenancetechnical drawingswiring diagrams

Soft Skills

communicationcustomer interactionleadershipproblem-solvingtrainingcoordinationliaisonindependenceorganizationreporting

Certifications

valid driver's license