Service and Commissioning Engineer — Machine Tools

Job overview

The Service and Commissioning Engineer role is based in Southeast Michigan, with onsite work at customer facilities and approximately 50–70% domestic and occasional international travel; compensation is described as a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, with no numeric amount specified. Connect Force presents this as a confidential opportunity with an international machine tool manufacturer serving automotive and industrial clients. The engineer leads machine installation, startup, and commissioning, troubleshoots mechanical and electrical systems, and provides customer training and technical support. The role connects customer-site needs with internal engineering teams to resolve field issues and optimize equipment.

What you'll do

• Lead machine installation, startup, and commissioning at customer sites
• perform diagnostics and mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• interface with customer engineering and maintenance teams
• provide onsite training and technical support
• assist with PLC adjustments, machine parameter setup, and system optimization
• collaborate with internal engineering teams to resolve field issues
• travel domestically and occasionally internationally as described.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

service and commissioning engineer

farmington hills mi

connect force

full-time

machine tools

installation

commissioning

mechanical troubleshooting

electrical troubleshooting

plc

customer-site training

50–70% travel

travel per diem

medical, dental, vision

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Overtime eligibility, travel per diem, paid travel time, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) company contribution, and career growth opportunities.

Why this role

The posting lists overtime eligibility, travel per diem, paid travel time, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) company contribution, and career growth opportunities.

About the employer

Connect Force is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.