Field Service Engineer in Tacoma

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At AST, we enhance the efficiency, productivity, and safety of flexible aseptic manufacturing processes for the worldwide Life Science Industry by offering innovative products, services, and solutions.

Do you want to contribute to a shared vision and mission? Would you like to bring your unique talents to have a significant impact at a growing company? At AST we strive to build a workplace that enables every team member to meet and exceed their capabilities. We set our expectations high and provide the environment and resources necessary to bring out the very best. AST is proud of our team. Providing challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities for personal / professional development is our key to this longevity. AST is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation range for onsite WA applicants is $31.25 / hr to $41.00 / hr. All applicants are welcome to apply.

Employee benefits include : Medical (HSA & PPO), Dental, Vision, Long / Short term , HSA account with employer contribution, 401(K) (Traditional & Roth options) with up to 5% company match, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holiday, and bonus potential.

What will I be doing?

As the field service engineer you will support AST by utilizing your experience in engineering designs to understand AST’s industrial machinery. Key areas of accountability include electrical schematics design / draft, customer care, performing experiments, machine testing & debug, user manual writing and supporting the continued improvement of the Engineering department.

Responsibilities

Use AutoCAD drafting software to create detailed electrical schematics and layout components for panel building.

Understand, trouble-shoot, and point out problems in PLC ladder diagrams.

Draft operations and maintenance manuals in accordance with the designs and equipment.

Participate in the installation / startup / testing of machinery at customer facilities.

Participate in electrical and controls installation and supervision at customer facilities as needed.

Perform machine testing, experiments, and debug activities to ensure designs reliably meet the project requirements.

Execute factory acceptance testing with documented results.

Execute and document projects and tasks within given timelines and budgets with moderate oversight.

Maintain technical records, test results, and documentation in support of "design and / or performance history".

Estimate the number of hours required to accomplish tasks.

Perform engineering responsibilities within budget and schedule limitations.

Participate in the design review process and provide technical input to peers.

Follow the guidance of the Engineering Manager and Principal / Senior Engineers.

Embrace AST's Process of Continuous Improvement across the organization.

Travel up to 75% based on current business demand.

Qualifications

Diploma in an electrical / mechanical / mechatronics engineering curriculum, or comparable experience.

1+ years working experience as an engineering technician for industrial machinery.

Demonstrated ability to understand industrial machinery specifications and standards.

Basic knowledge of machine control system design and the testing environment with a strong electrical acumen.

Skilled with computer software - PLC Platforms, AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks etc.

Thorough in their work practices, with a pursuit for excellence.

Self-motivated, energetic, and disciplined, with a keen attention to detail.

Exceptionally high level of commitment to the success of projects and the collective team.

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

Character that complements AST's long-standing culture of high integrity throughout all areas of internal and external business activity.

Motivated self-starter with continuous improvement attitude.

Ability to work independently and support AST customers.

Flexible and accepting of changes in priorities and deadlines in a dynamic project environment.

Flexibility to travel to out of area jobs for an extended stay duration.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Must be willing to take and successfully pass a drug test. This is a safety sensitive position, and does require pre-employment drug testing, including testing for marijuana and THC.

AST is proud of our team. Providing challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities for personal / professional development is our key to this longevity. AST is an equal opportunity employer.

This is a full-time position based in Tacoma. Compensation is competitive, including salary, bonus potential, health plan options, competitive 401K match, and paid time off.

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