Service Engineer - Greater Chicago Area, IL

Description

  Methods Machine Tools, Inc. supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration. Methods has more than 300 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America. 

 
We currently have the following career opportunity available in Illinois:

 
Field Service Engineer:

We have an immediate Field Service Engineer position open for the Illinois area. Methods is a family owned importer and distributor of high end CNC machine tools and custom automation solutions. Methods offers market competitive wages with some of the best benefits in the industry. The Methods Chicago technical center supports a large customer base in Illinois and Wisconsin. All Methods technical team members are professional, inquisitive, and have a positive attitude. All potential candidates are expected to have the same.

 
Responsibilities:

• Ownership of entire service call from initial phone call to completion of repair.
• Perform and promote Preventive Maintenance services 
• Turn in expense reports once a week
• Clear communication with customer and management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in  CNC field service is a plus
• Ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic      schematics.
• Self-motivated
• Working reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Desire to continually increase knowledge
• Some minor overnight travel required

Travel:

• Extensive travel is required

Methods Machine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.