Field Services Engineer Jobs in California
Field Services Engineer jobs in California are highly active, concentrated in semiconductor manufacturing, defense systems, medical devices, and enterprise IT infrastructure, with openings at every level from associate field engineer through senior systems specialist. The largest hiring centers are the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where established employers such as Siemens, Keysight Technologies, and Cisco have deep California footprints and consistent field engineering needs. The most in-demand specialties are hardware diagnostics, industrial automation, and networking infrastructure support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
The IT Field Services Engineer is accountable for ensuring maximum business productivity by providing local site and backup remote support of business processes and technologies within Golden State Foods. This person will work closely with other IT teams and the business to ensure standards and process are followed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Business and IT Operational Support
- Help the business leverage technology to operate efficiently, leveraging business applications and productivity tools (e.g. Excel, Access, SharePoint, Teams).
- Deliver excellent technical and non-technical support with outstanding customer service and end user satisfaction in a timely manner.
- Primary support for local business applications and equipment/hardware (e.g. laptops, desktops, printers, temperature monitoring, mobile devices, scan guns, etc…).
- Assist with troubleshooting and management of application specific equipment (e.g. Zebra scanners, label printers)
- Working closely with other IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve application and infrastructure problems.
- Resolve daily issues that impact the team to achieve overall business objectives.
- Collaborate with peers and other groups across the organization; share knowledge and lessons learned.
- Identify technical processes that are manual and/or not scalable and work with the business and IT to improve as needed.
- Create knowledge, technical and process documentation for new or existing processes and issues for the business to use and understand.
- Able to identify Continuous Improvement areas to increase satisfaction of technologies and processes and support CI changes.
- Provide support, training and assistance for all computer-related duties.
- Provide “new user” setup support.
- Act as a point of escalation for local, critical issues.
- Keep local inventory and adhere to Asset Management best practices.
Application Support
- Work closely with the appropriate IT teams to help support Enterprise applications (e.g. Dynamics 365, VMWare, UKG, Docebo, etc.
- Work closely with end users and identify opportunities for feature improvements, automation and bug fixes.
- Identify training and process improvement opportunities as they relate to these applications.
- Participate in new user training as needed.
- Provide guidance on application functionality for end users.
Project Work
- Participate in both business and IT projects; focusing on end-user support, communications, and change management
Other IT Support
- Participate in and adhere to production change approval board processes.
- Fundamental knowledge of connecting laptops, desktops, handhelds to networks.
- Fundamental troubleshooting skills laptops, desktops, handleds.
- Participate in and adhere to cybersecurity processes and procedures.
- Process tickets in ServiceNow and adhere to SLA requirements.
- Participate in the on-call rotation for afterhours support.
- Support the IT Service Desk with knowledge sharing, documentation and training.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information systems from an accredited college or university, or commensurate work experience.
Experience
- 5+ years of technical applications/systems support and IT Service Desk work experience.
- Ability to train end users with applications and hardware.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and logistics processes and procedures.
- Experience with asset management a plus.
- Experience working within a manufacturing and/or logistics facility a large plus.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong interpersonal communication (oral/written/verbal skills).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours. Overtime and some weekend work may be required.
- Experience and ability to communicate to non-technical users.
- Work with minimal supervision.
Must be highly motivated and have an good sense of ownership.
WHY JOIN US
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.
Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.
Golden State Foods uses artificial intelligence ("AI") and automated tools within our applicant tracking system to assist with parts of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, matching resumes to job requirements, scheduling, and, in some cases, analyzing candidate responses or assessments. These tools evaluate job-related qualifications and characteristics such as skills, experience, education, and alignment with the requirements described in the job posting. They do not evaluate race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Human decision-making: AI tools support—but do not replace—our recruitment team. Final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
For more information about your rights, data and retention, and contacting us with questions, please review our website Privacy Policy.
Description
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
The IT Field Services Engineer is accountable for ensuring maximum business productivity by providing local site and backup remote support of business processes and technologies within Golden State Foods. This person will work closely with other IT teams and the business to ensure standards and process are followed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Business and IT Operational Support
- Help the business leverage technology to operate efficiently, leveraging business applications and productivity tools (e.g. Excel, Access, SharePoint, Teams).
- Deliver excellent technical and non-technical support with outstanding customer service and end user satisfaction in a timely manner.
- Primary support for local business applications and equipment/hardware (e.g. laptops, desktops, printers, temperature monitoring, mobile devices, scan guns, etc…).
- Assist with troubleshooting and management of application specific equipment (e.g. Zebra scanners, label printers)
- Working closely with other IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve application and infrastructure problems.
- Resolve daily issues that impact the team to achieve overall business objectives.
- Collaborate with peers and other groups across the organization; share knowledge and lessons learned.
- Identify technical processes that are manual and/or not scalable and work with the business and IT to improve as needed.
- Create knowledge, technical and process documentation for new or existing processes and issues for the business to use and understand.
- Able to identify Continuous Improvement areas to increase satisfaction of technologies and processes and support CI changes.
- Provide support, training and assistance for all computer-related duties.
- Provide “new user” setup support.
- Act as a point of escalation for local, critical issues.
- Keep local inventory and adhere to Asset Management best practices.
Application Support
- Work closely with the appropriate IT teams to help support Enterprise applications (e.g. Dynamics 365, VMWare, UKG, Docebo, etc.
- Work closely with end users and identify opportunities for feature improvements, automation and bug fixes.
- Identify training and process improvement opportunities as they relate to these applications.
- Participate in new user training as needed.
- Provide guidance on application functionality for end users.
Project Work
- Participate in both business and IT projects; focusing on end-user support, communications, and change management
Other IT Support
- Participate in and adhere to production change approval board processes.
- Fundamental knowledge of connecting laptops, desktops, handhelds to networks.
- Fundamental troubleshooting skills laptops, desktops, handleds.
- Participate in and adhere to cybersecurity processes and procedures.
- Process tickets in ServiceNow and adhere to SLA requirements.
- Participate in the on-call rotation for afterhours support.
- Support the IT Service Desk with knowledge sharing, documentation and training.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information systems from an accredited college or university, or commensurate work experience.
Experience
- 5+ years of technical applications/systems support and IT Service Desk work experience.
- Ability to train end users with applications and hardware.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and logistics processes and procedures.
- Experience with asset management a plus.
- Experience working within a manufacturing and/or logistics facility a large plus.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong interpersonal communication (oral/written/verbal skills).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours. Overtime and some weekend work may be required.
- Experience and ability to communicate to non-technical users.
- Work with minimal supervision.
Must be highly motivated and have an good sense of ownership.
WHY JOIN US
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.
Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.
Golden State Foods uses artificial intelligence ("AI") and automated tools within our applicant tracking system to assist with parts of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, matching resumes to job requirements, scheduling, and, in some cases, analyzing candidate responses or assessments. These tools evaluate job-related qualifications and characteristics such as skills, experience, education, and alignment with the requirements described in the job posting. They do not evaluate race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Human decision-making: AI tools support—but do not replace—our recruitment team. Final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
For more information about your rights, data and retention, and contacting us with questions, please review our website Privacy Policy.
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Field Services Engineer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field services engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related technical field
- Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex technical systems at customer sites
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools, test equipment, and technical documentation and schematics
- Valid California driver's license and ability to travel regularly within an assigned service territory
- Strong customer-facing communication skills and ability to manage on-site issue resolution independently
- Familiarity with networking protocols, industrial control systems, or medical device regulatory standards depending on sector
Field Services Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field services engineer in California?
Most field services engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering from an accredited program. California does not mandate a state license for the general field services engineer title, but roles in certain sectors require additional credentials: medical device engineers often need familiarity with FDA quality system regulations, and engineers working on licensed electrical systems may need a California Electrical Contractor license or work under one. Completing an internship or co-op with a California defense contractor, semiconductor firm, or enterprise IT company is the most direct path to a first role.
Which companies hire field services engineers in California?
Employers hiring field services engineers in California right now include ECI, Shield, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of semiconductor fabs, defense primes, and large hospital systems means demand is distributed across Northern and Southern California rather than clustering in a single metro.
Which California cities have the most field services engineer jobs?
San Diego, Irvine, and Lake Forest account for the most field services engineer openings in California. The Bay Area's density of semiconductor, networking, and enterprise technology companies drives the highest volume, while San Diego's defense contractors and medical device manufacturers sustain strong demand, and Los Angeles draws openings from aerospace primes, utilities, and large healthcare systems spread across the greater metro.
Are there remote field services engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. The core of field services engineering is on-site installation, diagnostics, and repair, which requires physical presence at customer locations. About 0% of field services engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve technical pre-sales support, remote monitoring, or documentation roles rather than hands-on field work.
How can I get hired as a field services engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior field engineer role at a California-based systems integrator or original equipment manufacturer, where structured training programs replace experience requirements. Large California employers such as Siemens and Keysight run new-graduate rotational programs that place engineers in the field alongside senior technicians. Candidates moving laterally from bench technician, IT support specialist, or biomedical equipment technician roles are frequently considered. Earning a CompTIA A+ or vendor-specific certification from Cisco or Rockwell Automation gives an early-career candidate a clear technical signal that translates directly to California hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to field services engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to field services engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across sectors including defense, medical devices, semiconductor equipment, and enterprise IT. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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