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With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.\nWorking at GEA Group has significant benefits:\nStart strong - Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day\nRecharge and refresh - Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore\nInvest in your future - A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster\nKeep learning - Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset\nLive well - Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits\nGet support when you need it - Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance\nSave smart - Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses\nAre you an experienced field service professional who knows liquid filling equipment inside and out?\nWe’re looking for a Field Service Engineer with strong automation and electrical expertise and mechanical knowledge mechanical, electrical, to support sophisticated liquid filling and beverage production equipment. This is a highly visible, hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working directly with customers, and keeping critical production equipment operating at its best.\nIf you have extensive filling-line experience, enjoy being the technical expert customers rely on, and are comfortable traveling extensively, this could be an excellent next step.\nWhat You’ll Do\nAs a Senior Field Service Engineer, you’ll provide advanced technical support throughout the equipment lifecycle, from installation and commissioning to troubleshooting, upgrades, and optimization.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nCommission, validate, service, and optimize liquid filling and beverage equipment.\nTroubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, automation, software, and process issues on fillers and complete filling lines.\nLead startup and commissioning activities, machine restarts, and software upgrades.\nPerform software and hardware modifications, retrofits, and equipment upgrades.\nDiagnose equipment issues and recommend improvements or modernization opportunities to customers.\nCoordinate on-site work with subcontractors, external technicians, project managers, and customer teams.\nProvide technical training to customers and internal stakeholders.\nDevelop detailed SOPs, service documentation, and technical reports.\nSupport equipment and product development by providing field expertise and input on equipment layouts and new projects.\nProvide remote troubleshooting and technical assistance through phone and Microsoft Teams when needed.\nEnsure all field activities are completed in accordance with applicable safety requirements.\nServe as a technical leader on-site while remaining comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.\nYour Profile / Qualifications\nWhat We’re Looking For\nWe're seeking a seasoned technical professional who combines hands-on mechanical expertise with strong electrical and automation troubleshooting capabilities.\nIdeal qualifications include:\n10+ years of hands-on experience installing, servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting liquid filling, beverage, or similar production equipment.\nElectrical Engineering degree, Filling Equipment Certificate, or equivalent combination of technical education and hands-on industry experience.\nStrong knowledge of automation hardware, software, industrial networks, and electrical systems.\nStrong mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting complex production equipment.\nAbility to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.\nExperience using hand tools, diagnostic tools, and troubleshooting software.\nProven ability to independently lead equipment installations, commissioning, and technical service activities.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills in English.\nAbility to create clear technical documentation and SOPs.\nProficiency with Microsoft applications.\nSelf-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable making decisions in the field.\nTravel Requirements\nAbility and willingness to travel up to 80%.\nDomestic and international travel may be required.\nValid driver's license required.\nThe typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000 - $130,000 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.\nThe pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.\nGEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. 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