Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer

Contract Type:

Direct Hire

Location:

Sterling - Virginia

Industry:

Technology

Reference Number:

PR/508330

Salary:

$ - $ Annual

Contact Name:

Tandym Group

Contact Email:

Makayla.Ledford@tandymgroup.com

Contact Phone:


Date Published:

10-Nov-2025

A specialty engineering and automation services firm is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to support electrical and mechanical controls systems for critical infrastructure and industrial clients. This position offers hands-on work in commissioning, maintenance, and system integration within high-performance environments such as data centers, manufacturing, and energy facilities.

 About the Opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday (weekend work is rare only occurs based on project demands)
  • Hours: 6/7am to 2:30/3:30pm (30-minute lunch)
  • Setting: Data center & Industrial construction environments
Responsibilities:
  • Providing high-level technical service and support to customers, including engineering assistance, system design functionality, and network topology planning
  • Collaborating with project engineers, systems engineers, and end users to develop cost-effective SCADA controls designs and system solutions
  • Supporting BMS system deployments, PLC code development, validation, and commissioning activities on construction sites
  • Validating sequences of operation and alarm points for mechanical and electrical monitoring systems
  • Implementing QA procedures to ensure proper quality control throughout projects
  • Preparing detailed daily jobsite reports related to system milestones and integration progress
  • Completing ISA data sheets for transmitters, sensors, control valves, and other mechanical instrumentation
  • Inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning facility monitoring systems efficiently and accurately
Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience in field service, HVAC, electrical, engineering, or construction (relevant military experience accepted)
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
  • Proficiency with industrial testing instrumentation, controls validation, and SCADA/PLC software such as:
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk
  • Tridium
  • Schneider Electric PowerLogic/StruxureWare
  • Siemens Apogee
  • Ignition (Inductive Automation)
  • Eaton Networks, JACE Controllers, Modbus RTU/TCP, BACnet, Niagara
  • Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and general IT networking concepts
  • Understanding of SCADA, BMS, PLC systems, and low-voltage control systems
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical/mechanical schematics, control diagrams, and building operations plans
  • Working knowledge of PLCs, DDCs, HMIs, contactors, relays, drives, and electrical components related to mechanical systems
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with a team-oriented mindset
Desired Skills:
  • Degree in an Engineering-related field (Mechanical or Electrical)
  • Experience in mission-critical environments (data centers, utilities, etc.)
  • Experience supporting commissioning and QA activities in critical facilities
  • Familiarity with industrial instrumentation and control hardware
  • Strong understanding of safety standards and field compliance practices
  • Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced, technically demanding environments
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