Job Description
Hit the Road, Solve Real-World Challenges, and Shape the Future of Industrial Solutions! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Robert Donohue
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Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per year
A bit about us: We are a global leader in industrial engineering solutions, supplying advanced plants, equipment, and services to industries such as hydropower, pulp & paper, metalworking, steel, solid/liquid separation, and biomass pelleting. With more than 29,000 employees across 280+ locations in over 40 countries, we deliver innovative technologies and unmatched field expertise to customers worldwide.
As we continue to expand across the U.S., we’re seeking a Drafter to join our Southeast Region team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a home-based, travel-focused role supporting customers on-site in paper mill environments.
Why join us? - Global Reach, Local Impact: Work for a worldwide technology leader while making a direct difference to customers in your region.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Comprehensive package, including health, travel expenses, and training.
- Career Growth: Gain exposure to cutting-edge industrial solutions and develop in-demand technical and customer-facing skills.
- Field-Based Flexibility: Home-based role with extensive travel (approx. 90%) throughout the Southern U.S.
- Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, safety, and sustainability.
Job Details Position: Field Note Engineer
Location: Home-Based / Southeast Region, USA (90% travel by car and air)
The Drafter - (Field Measurement) will play a critical role as the bridge between the field, customers, and engineering teams. This position focuses on on-site field data collection, equipment inspections, technical sketches, and customer support for industrial doctoring equipment in the paper industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct on-site inspections and audits during paper machine shutdowns and prepare detailed reports.
- Sketch and digitize field measurements for new equipment and spare parts quotes.
- Provide service, maintenance, and install supervision for doctoring equipment.
- Work closely with local sales teams to identify and communicate sales opportunities.
- Troubleshoot customer equipment issues and help implement effective solutions.
- Collaborate via phone, email, and TEAMS to share field data and resolve technical challenges.
- Maintain accurate databases of equipment, blades, and nozzles and submit brief call reports after each mill visit.
- Manage travel schedules and expense budgets within company guidelines.
- Comply with all safety, company, and customer requirements, including completing necessary online safety training.
What You’ll Need:
- Previous maintenance or field experience in the paper industry or related industrial sectors preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to hand-draw dimensional sketches.
- Familiarity with technical prints and CAD software (SolidWorks).
- Skilled in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and effective verbal/written communication.
- Highly organized with excellent planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and passport and be willing to travel extensively (approx. 90%).
- Ability to work in manufacturing environments with varying conditions (heat, noise, dust, etc.) while wearing appropriate PPE.
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