About this opportunity
Cullerton Group lists this CNC Field Service Engineer opportunity in rockford, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cullerton Group is seeking a skilled CNC Field Service Engineer for a permanent opportunity supporting a leading manufacturer of high-precision CNC grinding machines. This is a remote-based, field-focused position ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, working directly with customers, and traveling to industrial manufacturing facilities.
Location: Remote – Ohio or Michigan Preferred
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation:
$40/hour + Overtime ($60/hour)
Travel: Up to 80% across North America
Key Responsibilities
Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC grinding machines at customer facilities.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and machine control issues.
Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and machine adjustments.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
Identify root causes of machine failures and implement effective solutions.
Provide technical support and guidance to customers regarding machine operation and maintenance.
Travel to customer locations throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Document service activities, repairs, and technical findings.
Required Qualifications
Hands-on CNC machine experience is mandatory, including CNC mills, lathes, grinding machines, machining centers, or similar equipment.
Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following three areas:
Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
Electrical troubleshooting and repair
Field service, equipment installation, or commissioning
Ability to interpret technical drawings, machine manuals, and electrical schematics.
Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with customers.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% across North America.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience servicing CNC grinding machines or precision machine tools.
Previous employment with a CNC machine manufacturer, OEM, or industrial equipment service provider.
Familiarity with CNC controls, servo systems, motors, sensors, and machine calibration.
Experience installing and commissioning industrial machinery.
Background in high-precision manufacturing or machine tool maintenance.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Pay: $40/hour
Overtime Pay: $60/hour
Overtime opportunities, typically 15–20 hours every two weeks.
Additional compensation equivalent to 2 hours of straight-time pay for each overnight hotel stay.
Company-reimbursed business travel expenses.
Comprehensive employee benefits.
Permanent, full-time employment.
Why Join?
This opportunity offers the chance to work with advanced Swiss-engineered CNC grinding technology, develop specialized technical expertise, and support manufacturing customers across North America.
If you have a strong CNC background, enjoy diagnosing complex machinery problems, and are interested in a travel-based technical career, we encourage you to apply.
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.