MTS Systems Corporation · 11 hours ago
Field Service Engineer - Metro Detroit Region
Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
2+ years expMTS Systems Corporation designs, installs, and supports advanced test systems for various industries. The Field Service Engineer role involves hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex test systems at customer sites, primarily in the Metro Detroit region.
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Responsibilities
Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair computer-controlled servo-hydraulic and electro-mechanical test systems
Diagnose issues across controllers, hydraulics, data acquisition systems, sensors, transducers, fixtures, and grips
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-system issues using hands-on diagnostic methods
Perform calibrations independently for assigned customer systems
Manage service documentation, assigned assets, and customer communication professionally
Work directly with customer engineering and lab teams in a service-oriented environment
Maintain technical training and compliance with MTS quality and safety standards
Qualification
Required
Hands-on technical experience gained through internships, co-ops, labs, maintenance roles, automation, robotics, manufacturing, or military service (typically 2–4 years combined)
An associate degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar, or a 4-year Engineering Technology degree
Comfort working with tools, wiring, mechanical assemblies, and technical systems, with interest in growing into an independent field service role
5–10+ years supporting electro-mechanical, hydraulic, or industrial equipment
Experience in field service, installation, system startup, or maintenance
Comfort owning customer relationships and troubleshooting complex systems with minimal supervision
Comfort with a field-based role involving regular travel, especially during the first year, with increasing flexibility as independence grows
Willingness to learn and follow structured training and mentorship during onboarding
Strong communication skills and professional interaction with customers
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company vehicle requirements
Preferred
Exposure to hydraulics, instrumentation, sensors, controls, or automation
Calibration, diagnostics, or test-equipment experience
Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting
Familiarity with common electrical and mechanical diagnostic tools and test equipment
Benefits
A best-in-class benefits package: http://myitwhr.com
Company
MTS Systems Corporation
MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems, differentiating ourselves through innovation, quality and an exceptional customer experience.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2021-01-19Acquired
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Eric Rierson
Asia Pacific CFO
Alberto Blanco
Manager, Business Partners, Latin America
Recent News
2025-02-06
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