Field Service Engineer
ManpowerGroup
**CNC Field Service Engineer – Machine Tool Repair & Install**
**Location:** Hoffman Estates, IL | On-Site + Travel | Full-Time | Multiple Openings
We’re hiring **CNC Field Service Engineers** to support a growing team that services **complex, high-precision CNC machine tools** across industrial and manufacturing clients in the Northeast. This is a **high-priority hire** with **multiple openings** available in **Hoffman Estates, IL** .
You’ll be the go-to expert on installation, troubleshooting, and repair—working directly with customers to keep their equipment running and their operations productive. If you're looking for a hands-on, highly technical role with autonomy and growth potential, this is it.
**What You’ll Do**
+ Provide **on-site and phone-based service** support for CNC machine tools
+ Troubleshoot **electrical, mechanical, and PLC ladder logic issues**
+ Lead or support **installations, repairs, and preventive maintenance**
+ Partner with customer engineers on system upgrades and diagnostics
+ Train and support customer teams on **new equipment and control platforms**
+ Maintain accurate documentation and technical service reports
+ Serve as a trusted technical partner, building long-term customer relationships
+ Travel throughout a **multi-state region (50%+)** to support customer needs
+ Work from the technical center when not traveling
**What You Bring**
+ **3–5+ years** of hands-on experience in **CNC maintenance or troubleshooting**
+ Strong background in **electrical and mechanical systems**
+ Familiarity with **Fanuc, Mitsubishi, and/or Siemens controls** (preferred)
+ Ability to read **mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and ladder diagrams**
+ Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CRM/reporting tools
+ Great communicator with a **customer-first mindset** and strong technical presence
+ Associates or Bachelor’s in a technical field (preferred but not required)
+ Willingness to travel 50%+ across the region (drive/fly as needed)
**Why This Role?**
+ Work on **complex, high-end CNC systems** with real-world impact
+ Join a **tight-knit team** with deep technical knowledge and peer support
+ Variety of work: troubleshooting, installs, upgrades, and training
+ Clear path for **growth into senior field roles or technical leadership**
+ Full benefits, competitive salary, and company tools provided
+ Exposure to cutting-edge machine tool technology and top-tier clients
**Physical & Work Environment**
This role involves working in **active machining environments** , with occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, standing, and using power tools. Travel is regional and expected 50% of the time.
📩 Ready to join a team that values ownership, autonomy, and technical mastery?
Send your resume to jacob.ayers@manpowerengineering.com and let’s connect
**About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells**
_ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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