Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees.
Position summary: The Senior Field Service Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of material handling systems through preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance. This role involves troubleshooting electro-mechanical equipment and controls (PLC, SCADA, field device networks), coordinating with remote support, and advising on system optimization. Key duties include monitoring system performance, documenting service activities in CMMS, managing spare parts and inventory, and providing training when needed. The technician also supports operations, proposes quality improvements, develops service tools, and upholds strict safety practices. Flexibility is essential, as the position requires on-site customer support, national travel, and participation in scheduled or on-call rotations to meet business needs.
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Travel :
Willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 75% of the time.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position exempt, shift hours may vary based on customer demand, travel, and incident response requirements.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to material handling systems, mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The Technician will encounter mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment. Ear protection should be worn.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.