Field Engineer Jobs in Minnesota
Field engineer jobs in Minnesota are in strong and consistent demand, with the market concentrated in industrial automation, utilities infrastructure, telecommunications, and manufacturing equipment across the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth. Large employers such as Emerson, Honeywell, and Eaton maintain significant Minnesota operations and hire field engineers at levels from entry-level to senior. The most sought-after specialties in the state are controls and instrumentation, power systems, and network infrastructure commissioning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?
Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!
Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Senior Field Service Engineer opportunity. This role reports into EDS, an Ellsworth Corporation company. Candidates must be located either in Sparks, NV or in the Midwest (Milwaukee, Chicago, or Minneapolis areas). We are also open to hiring career level candidates, depending on experience.
Do you have experience with machine maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting and enjoy working directly with customers? Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!
Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions provides the solutions to make parts. We are the knowledge leader in dispensing solutions. Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Field Service Technician opportunity at Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions, located in Sparks, NV. Click here to find out more about the markets we serve and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing products!
This role performs on-site preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, equipment modifications and installations of equipment ranging from medium to highly complex systems for national and international customers. Maintains equipment documentation related to internal assembly, testing, set-up, and troubleshooting. Delivers start-up services and customer training during installations.
Responsibilities
- Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, overhauls, or refurbishes standard equipment and special purpose equipment and system components at customer locations
- Integrates equipment with customer and/or third-party vendor equipment, as needed
- Provides after-sales technical support and machine maintenance training to customers
- Performs preventive maintenance on customer equipment as required
- Communicates with customers to schedule installations, repairs, and/or preventive maintenance work, and estimated arrival times for unscheduled service requests
- Responds to technical questions and routine customer and sales inquiries regarding equipment operation and performance
- Participates in trade shows as required
PERKS & BENEFITS
As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits.
Qualifications
- 4+ Years of direct work experience (2+ years for career level candidates)
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Engineering or related field, other combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to manage high-stress situations with professionalism
- Able to respond promptly to customer needs and actively gather feedback to drive continuous service improvement
- Continuously pursues training and development opportunities, including an in-depth knowledge of machine tool industry, latest technologies and company product lines
- Knowledge and ability to adhere to safety and security protocols to ensure a safe working environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, including making decisions which may be outside standard operating procedures
- Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards
- Frequent travel – 25-50% domestic and occasional international
- The ability to lift 75 lbs., frequently bending and lifting safely
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Insurance
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field engineer jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field required
- Experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, or SCADA in a field setting
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to customer or project sites throughout Minnesota
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools and hands-on troubleshooting of electrical or mechanical systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for site documentation and customer interaction
Field Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field engineer in Minnesota?
Most field engineer roles in Minnesota require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a closely related engineering discipline. While Minnesota does not issue a state license specifically for the field engineer title, engineers who sign off on designs or public-works projects must hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Geoscience, Surveying, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Design. Many employers also expect industry certifications such as those from OSHA or equipment vendors before placing candidates in the field.
Which companies hire field engineers in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring field engineers in Minnesota include Alpha, Qualus, and Novaspect, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's deep base of industrial manufacturing, utility, and technology infrastructure companies means demand for field engineers tends to be steady year-round rather than concentrated in short hiring surges.
Which Minnesota cities have the most field engineer jobs?
Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Minnesota account for the largest share of field engineer openings in Minnesota. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro drives volume because it is home to major corporate headquarters, industrial facilities, and utility operations, while Rochester benefits from the concentration of large healthcare technology and manufacturing employers, and Duluth sees steady demand tied to energy and port infrastructure projects in the region.
Are there remote field engineer jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Field engineering is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site discipline, so fully remote positions are uncommon in the role by nature. About 58% of field engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those listings tend to cover project management coordination, technical documentation review, or pre-commissioning engineering support rather than active installation or troubleshooting work.
How can I get hired as a field engineer in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic starting point is an entry-level field service technician or field service engineer associate role, which large Minnesota industrial employers such as Emerson and Eaton commonly post for recent graduates. Many candidates also transition from adjacent roles like controls technician or field service representative, where hands-on equipment experience translates directly. Completing an EIT registration with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Geoscience, Surveying, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Design and earning vendor-specific certifications in PLCs or network systems strengthens a first application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to field engineer jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to field engineer jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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