Field Application Engineer (Part-Time) (WEST COAST | MID STATES)

Irvine, CA

$25–$30 Per Hour
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30+ days ago

Job Description

Position Title: Field Application Engineer

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity for a Field Application Engineer with our client in Peoria, AZ

Job Responsibilities:

Deploy and operate robotic systems in the field, support testing and data collection.
Supervise remote operations and assist during client presentations and demos.
Facilitate smooth, clear communication between engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
Document technical issues, test results, and client feedback in detail.
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and contribute to continuous workflow improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to iterate on system performance and usability.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
Strong communication skills—able to translate complex technical topics for various audiences.
Willingness to travel frequently across the country.
Up-to-date passport and valid REAL ID (or equivalent travel documentation) is preferred.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work well in team-based environments.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

Hands-on experience with robotics hardware (drones, quadrupeds, humanoids, or similar).
Familiarity with basic electronics, sensors, and robotic subsystems.
Basic coding/scripting skills (Python, C++, or similar).
Prior experience in field testing, remote operations, or client-facing tech roles is a plus.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract, Part-Time
Location: Peoria, AZ
Pay Rate: $25-30/hr
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

About Protingent: Protingent is an award-winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation—from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Irvine, CA
Salary	$25–$30 Per Hour

Skills

Acceptance Testingunmatched
Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
C++ Programming Languageunmatched
Clean Technologiesunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Scienceunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Customer/Client Researchunmatched
Data Collectionunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electronicsunmatched
Field Trialsunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Medical Equipmentunmatched
On Site Supportunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Product Demonstrationunmatched
Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
Roboticsunmatched
Sales Presentationunmatched
Sales/Support Engineering (SE)unmatched
Scripting (Scripting Languages)unmatched
Software Administrationunmatched
System Operationsunmatched
Technical Writingunmatched
Test Dataunmatched
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)unmatched
Usability Engineeringunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched

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