Field Service Engineer

Valmet

Field Service Engineer providing customer support and training for Valmet analyzer systems in Pulp & Paper manufacturing. Requires travel and strong technical knowledge in instrumentation and electromechanics.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeAtlanta • Louisiana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide customer support for analyzer and measurement systems installed in Pulp & Paper manufacturing process
Carry out service calls on a preventative and reactive basis as required, undertaking service and repair of products and systems to deliver against customers’ requirements
Keep accurate records regarding job progress, delays, problems, deliveries, changes, extras, and engineering and fabrication errors
Report back on the completed service outlining the activities carried out, faults found and any future recommendations for improving the service offering
Train customer staff in methods to maintain and repair the equipment, to ensure knowledge is transferred
Conduct audits at customer sites to record and analyze process improvement opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years experience in the field with instrumentation and electromechanics preferably in a pulp and paper manufacturing environment
A technical school diploma in instrumentation, electromechanics, or mechatronics
A University bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical or similar engineering
Must be electro-mechanically inclined, computer-based system literate, self-guided, and have a strong work ethic
Self-motivated who excels both independently and as part of a team
Comfortable handling customer pressure, staying focused, and collaborating effectively
Overall travel expectations are up to 75%
This position requires a valid driver’s license
Understanding of paper machines paper making process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous wage and benefits package
Company-funded registered pension plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

instrumentationelectromechanicsmechatronicsservice and repairprocess improvementtechnical school diplomabachelor's degree in Electro-Mechanical engineeringcustomer supportauditingrecord keeping

Soft Skills

self-motivatedteam collaborationcustomer pressure handlingstrong work ethicindependent workcommunicationtrainingproblem-solvingfocusadaptability

Certifications

valid driver's license