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Senior Field Engineer

Trafford, AL · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Basic TCP/IP addressing and switching concepts * Motor control systems * * 3‐phase motor power ... temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire positions in the Jefferson and Shelby County areas for ...

... router and switch configuration, firewall administration, VPN support, and IDS/IPS and URL ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

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Routers * Switches * Wireless access points * Network infrastructure components * Support both ... We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined ...

Routers * Switches * Wireless access points * Network infrastructure components * Support both ... We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined ...

The environment is largely Cisco-based , encompassing switching, routing, and wireless ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

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As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will provide Electrical Engineering and Maintenance leadership ... temporary power required by projects being executed in turnaround. * Accountable for all switching ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for temp switch engineer in the United States is $61.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59.62 and $63.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Senior Field Engineer

Senior Field Engineer

Snelling BHAM

Trafford, AL • On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Snelling is currently recruiting an experienced Field Engineer for an Engineering company in the Trafford area. Seeking an experienced Senior Field Engineer who is confident working in the field, comfortable on active construction sites, and has strong technical capability with excellent communication skills.

Schedule: Monday through Friday. Weekends as needed (primarily when on a job site)

Salary Range: $100,000-130,000, based on experience

Travel: Up to 50%, primarily domestic travel, with occasional international assignments

 

Required Qualifications for Field Engineer:

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar design tools
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to pass a “Secure” level security background check
  • Excellent technical writing and documentation abilities
  • Hands-on experience with common hand tools and electrical test equipment (e.g., digital multimeter)
  • Demonstrated experience working on active construction sites, coordinating with contractors, and navigating site safety requirements
  • Comfortable performing field work, including installation support, troubleshooting, and system commissioning

Preferred Technical Experience

  • PLC Programming
    • Ladder logic preferred
    • Experience with RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000
  • HMI Programming
    • FactoryTalk View Studio ME (PanelView)
    • FactoryTalk View Studio ME Station (PC)
  • Network design & implementation
    • Ethernet copper (CAT6, RJ45), basic switches
    • Fiber optic cabling and connectors
    • Basic TCP/IP addressing and switching concepts
  • Motor control systems
    • 3‐phase motor power
    • VFD control
  • Servo systems
    • Servo drives, motors, encoder feedback

 

Additional Desirable Skills

  • Board-level repair
  • Experience with other PLC platforms (Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens)
  • Robotics system design & implementation
  • Microcontroller system design
  • Existing government or private security clearance
  • Team leadership or project leadership experience
  • Machine learning applications
  • Industrial safety system design
  • Hydraulic system troubleshooting
  • Basic site work, installation, conduit/enclosure work
  • Panel shop experience
  • 3D CAD design and printing

Interested and qualified candidates for the Field Engineer position should submit their resume to whittney@snellingbham.com  for immediate consideration. Resumes will be reviewed as quickly as possible and qualified applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.

For additional information, please contact Whittney Taylor at 205.879.9950

SNELLING is a full-service recruiting firm, placing candidates in temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire positions in the Jefferson and Shelby County areas for over 75 years. SNELLING is a drug-free workplace. All inquiries are strictly confidential, and all search fees are paid by our clients. Contact us TODAY with confidence!

Company Description

SNELLING - THE STAFFING COMPANY OF CHOICE
WE ARE “HOW WORK GETS DONE”
We are proud to serve employers and job seekers in and around the Birmingham, AL area. The Snelling founders began the company based on the objective of helping people to “achieve the success they desire.” This objective has been a guiding principle for over 70 years, and it remains the foundation for us in Birmingham. We work hard to understand the demands employers and job seekers face every day. We build this understanding into every solution we provide, whether it is helping one candidate find the job that is right or one client staffing an entire division of their operation. We truly provide “Custom Workforce Solutions.”
Snelling Birmingham specializes in placing great talent in several demanding business sectors, including:
ADMINISTRATIVE & CLERICAL
ENGINEERING
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
FINANCE & ACCOUNTING
HUMAN RESOURCES
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
LEGAL
LOGISTICS
MANUFACTURING & LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
MARKETING, SALES, AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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