Field Service Engineer I

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries. 

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with compiling and maintaining project databases, system configuration data, and technical documentation under the guidance of experienced engineers.

• Perform basic control system configuration activities on Yokogawa systems, including work related to lifecycle agreements, with supervision and support.

• Support with data collection and preparation of project deliverables, including customer proposals, FEED studies, design documents, and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) materials.

• Participate in project meetings, customer site visits, and other project activities to gain practical engineering and project execution experience.

• Develop foundational knowledge of process control concepts, technologies, and engineering practices through training, mentoring, self-study, and hands-on project assignments.

• Build knowledge of the architecture, configuration, and operation of Yokogawa control systems through formal training and practical experience.

• Develop an understanding of Yokogawa engineering procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and project execution methodologies.

• Participate in assigned technical training and professional development activities to build job-related knowledge and skills.

• Work collaboratively as a member of project and service teams, seeking guidance and communicating effectively with team members.

• Develop effective time-management and organizational skills while maintaining accurate and timely records of work activities.

• Follow established safety procedures and safe work practices in office and customer-site environments.

• Travel up to 50% to support training, project activities, customer site visits, and other business needs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrates a positive, proactive, and solution‑oriented attitude.

• Communicates effectively (verbal and written), with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

• Produces clear, accurate, and professional technical documentation and reports.

• Builds trust with customers and internal stakeholders through effective listening, collaboration, and follow‑through.

• Exhibits ownership, accountability, and a results‑driven approach to problem‑solving.

• Manages priorities effectively across multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

• Applies sound technical judgment and know when to escalate issues appropriately.

• Demonstrates a strong learning mindset and commitment to continual technical and professional improvement.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· B.S. degree in engineering, physics, math, computer science or related degree OR 3 years experience in lieu of degree

· 1 year experience in process control systems

· 1 year working experience in PLC, DCS, computer networking.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the environment is reasonable.

Physical Demand: The employee is occasionally required to lift to 50 pounds, able to coordinate with the packing and shipping of hardware components. The vision requirements include depth perception, ability to adjust focus, close vision, and color vision.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status.  We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances.  Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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