Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Job Description

Join a well-established company in the industry as a Field Service Engineer, where you will have the opportunity to service and start plants, program SCADA and PLC systems, and assist in the production of detailed specifications and designs. This role requires collaboration with other professionals both inside and outside the engineering industry.

Responsibilities

Conduct site reviews to determine the status of control systems at treatment facilities.Troubleshoot instruments and control systems at customer sites.Program SCADA (Human Machine Interface) using specialized tools.Perform PLC programming.Troubleshoot computer systems and networks.Write detailed reports.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical systems.Experience with automation, PLCs, and SCADA systems.Mechanical engineering skills.Capability in PLC programming and using AutoCAD.Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with industrial equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Basic engineering or technical skills.Experience in mechanical assembly, electronic wiring, and signal debugging.Willingness to learn new skills and ability to handle computer systems and instrumentation.Programming skills are a plus.

Work Environment

The candidate will split their time between customer sites and working from home. Customer sites primarily include industrial equipment plants, mainly Waste Water plants. The role involves traveling around 50% of the time, covering areas from Maine to West Virginia and as far west as Pittsburgh, with most work being local in New Jersey. The candidate will be eligible for mileage reimbursement and all work-related expenses. The company is a small, tight-knit team, where the new hire will initially work closely with the owner for hands-on training before handling their own projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLD TAPPAN, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in OLD TAPPAN,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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