Remote Field Engineer Jobs

Remote field engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like telecommunications, energy, industrial automation, and enterprise software, at remote-first companies and distributed teams that manage infrastructure or deployments without requiring on-site presence daily. Employers hiring remotely right now include Thermo Fisher Scientific, Siemens, and Abbott. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles232+
Top employerThermo Fisher Scientific
Top industryManufacturing
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Companies hiring100+

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Arrow Electronics
Field Applications Engineer
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Field Applications Engineer
Arrow Electronics
Centennial, Colorado
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$84k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Dell Technologies
Field Service Engineer 2 - Windsor, Colorado
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Dell Technologies
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Field Service Engineer 2 - Windsor, Colorado
Dell Technologies
Colorado
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$74k - $96k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Stäubli
Field Sales Engineer - Fluid Connectors Division (Midwest)
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Stäubli
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Field Sales Engineer - Fluid Connectors Division (Midwest)
Stäubli
Detroit, Michigan
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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Atlas Copco Group
Field Sales Engineer - Service
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Field Sales Engineer - Service
Atlas Copco Group
San Antonio, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$60k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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Atlas Copco Group
Field Sales Engineer, Service
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Atlas Copco Group
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Field Sales Engineer, Service
Atlas Copco Group
Jacksonville, Florida
Product Management
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$60k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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Remote Field Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
    Thermo Fisher Scientific25
  • Siemens
    Siemens13
  • Abbott
    Abbott12
  • Arrow Electronics
    Arrow Electronics8
  • GE HealthCare
    GE HealthCare6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing14
  • Consulting & Professional Services11
  • Technology & Software10
  • Medical Devices6
  • Science & Research5

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote field engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, or systems engineering
  • Experience with field installation, commissioning, or site acceptance testing
  • Proficiency with technical documentation including schematics and as-built drawings
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently to customer or project sites
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain before start date
  • Familiarity with diagnostic tools, test equipment, and vendor-specific software platforms

Tips for Your Remote Field Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote field engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through mixed on-site and hybrid listings.

Show async communication skills upfront

Remote field engineer employers screen for written clarity before they screen for technical depth. Open your resume summary and cover letter by naming the remote collaboration tools you use daily, like ticketing systems, remote diagnostic platforms, and video-based client support workflows.

Build a documented remote troubleshooting record

Hiring managers for remote field roles want evidence you can diagnose and resolve issues without on-site support. Document specific cases where you identified a fault, communicated the fix remotely, and closed the ticket, then reference those outcomes in your application materials.

Highlight certifications relevant to your target sector

Remote field engineer roles in telecom, networking, and industrial automation have clear certification expectations. Listing credentials like CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or sector-specific vendor certifications near the top of your resume signals you can operate independently in that technical environment from day one.

Remote Field Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote field engineer job?

Target companies with distributed field operations, remote-first engineering teams, or cloud-managed infrastructure, since those are the employers most likely to hire field engineers who work independently without a local office. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear async written communication, and proficiency with remote diagnostic tools, ticketing systems, and video-based client support. Certifications in networking, industrial controls, or your target sector give you a concrete edge.

Which companies hire remote field engineers?

Remote field engineer roles are posted by Thermo Fisher Scientific, Siemens, and Abbott and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These tend to be remote-first technology firms, distributed telecom providers, and industrial automation companies that manage equipment or client deployments across multiple regions without a fixed field office.

Can you get a remote field engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level field engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and communicate independently from day one, with less day-to-day oversight than an on-site team provides. Your best path is through remote-first startups in telecom or software infrastructure, where you can show hands-on lab work, a home lab setup, relevant certifications, and strong written communication skills in place of direct professional experience.

Do you need a degree for remote field engineer jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weigh practical skills, certifications, and a demonstrable history of resolving technical issues over a four-year degree, especially in telecommunications, networking, and industrial automation. A portfolio of real deployments or field projects, combined with credentials like CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, or vendor-specific certifications, can carry more weight than a degree for the right remote role.

Which industries hire the most remote field engineers?

Remote field engineer roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors rely on distributed teams to support infrastructure, equipment, and client systems that are spread across multiple regions, making remote field engineers a practical fit for their operating model.

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