Your missionWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Service Engineer with expertise in CNC machinery to join our service team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing CNC machines at customer sites across the Chicago area and the U.S. West Coast. You'll be the face of our company in the field, ensuring customer satisfaction and optimal machine performance.ResponsibilitiesDiagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on CNC machines and automation systems on-site across West Coast in a timely and efficient mannerInstall, commission, and test CNC machines and associated automation equipment at customer facilitiesPerform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal machine performance, minimize downtime, and maximize productivityConduct machine demonstrations and provide technical expertise during customer visitsAccurately document all service activities, including parts used, labor time, and any technical issues encounteredProvide remote and telephone support to customers for troubleshooting and technical guidanceYour profileMin. 3-5 years experience as a Field Service Engineer/Technician in the CNC or machine tool industryStrong skills in diagnosing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and CNC issuesSolid CNC milling knowledge; Heidenhain experience is a plusAbility to read technical manuals, schematics, and engineering drawingsValid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to travel up to 75% domesticallyWhy us?Health and dental insurance401k with company matchPaid time off and paid holidaysCompany cell phone and laptopAbout UsKERN designs and manufactures high-end milling machines, capable of achieving the tightest tolerances and best surface finishes in the industry. KERN has been a successful brand since 1962, with our factory located in the Bavarian Alps in beautiful southern Germany. KERN has always been privately owned and as a result there is a strong commitment to the quality of products and processes. With a low hierarchy the company can adjust quickly to markets needs and changing environments. The most important value at KERN is a highly motivated and capable team. The success KERN experienced in the past could not have been accomplished without the efforts of KERN's employees. It is a high priority for KERN to provide a welcoming company culture and abundant opportunities for development and personal growth.KERN Precision has grown steadily in the US for over 15 years, becoming the largest subsidiary of KERN Microtechnik. KERN Precision's customers find success in the most exciting and demanding applications, both in well established and emerging industries. With a growing customer base, it's KERN's mission to provide top-tier service to keep machines up and running. We are looking for an applicant who is engaged and curious about new technologies, and who is excited to learn and expand professional and personal skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr