Field Service Engineer Parcels
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
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Field Service Engineer - ParcelsJob Description
As a subsidiary of Toyota Industries (TICO) Vanderlande North America is experiencing rapid growth and extraordinary market demand. Vanderlande is a global leader in material handling system manufacturing design installation and service supporting major customers in e-commerce parcel delivery and air transportation.
TheField Service Support Engineer (FSE) is a hybrid role within the Parcel Services team combining hands-on field service support with technical subject matterexpertisebased out of the Marietta GA headquarters. This roleis responsible forensuring high system uptime customer satisfaction and technical excellence across Vanderlandes installed parcel systems.
Essential Functions:
The role is split between:
Field Operations (50%) preventive corrective and emergency maintenance support including supervision of small projects and customer launch activities.
Technical Support & SME Functions (50%) advanced troubleshooting escalation support technical training and subject matterexpertise.
This position requires a highly skilled electro-mechanical professional with strong troubleshooting capabilities and a customer-focused mindset.
Field Service & Customer Support (50%)
Perform preventive maintenance visits and system inspections at customer sites on a scheduled basis.
Execute corrective maintenance activities ensuringtimelyresolution within defined service windows.
Respond to emergency service calls with minimal notice to restore operational continuity.
Diagnose and resolve electrical mechanical andcontrols-related issues on parcel handling systems.
Act as a Field Supervisor for small RMR (Repair Maintenance Retrofit) projects including:
Coordinating on-site activities
Managing subcontractors and site safety
Ensuring quality andtimelydelivery
Maintain clear documentation of service activities findings and recommendations.
Build strong customer relationships through professional on-site engagement.
Technical Support & SME Function (50%)
Provide 2nd and 3rd line technical support for service desk escalations and customer cases.
Lead or support complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities remotely or on-site.
Handle technical service requests including system optimization upgrades and modifications.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for parcel systems within the organization.
Deliver technical training programs:
At the Innovation Center in Marietta
On-site at customer facilities
Support internal teams (service engineering sales) with technicalexpertiseand best practices.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives documentation and knowledge sharing.
Qualifications & Experience:
AssociatesorBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 35 years of experience supporting electromechanical or material handling systems.
Strong knowledge of:
Electrical systems (PLCs controls sensors drives)
Mechanical systems (conveyors motors assemblies)
Troubleshooting methodologies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
Preferred Qualifications
5 years supporting automated material handling or parcel systems.
Experience in parcellogistics or material handling industries.
Familiarity with Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLC diagnostics.
Experience supervising field projects or delivering technical training.
Competencies:
Strong communicationand customer service skills.
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing business needs.
Travel Requirements
Travelup to 50% across North America is including short-notice assignments and customer site support. Between assignments the role will be based out of Vanderlandes North America headquarters in Marietta GA.
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb a 2-story ladder.
Ability to walk a mile in 20 minutes.
Ability tolift upto 30 lbs.
Comfortable working in office factory and construction environments.
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Vanderlande is the global market leader for value-added logistic process automation at airports, and in the parcel market. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses. ... The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers' business proc ... View more