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Field Sales Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, provided your degree aligns with engineering, electrical, or a related technical field. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap concerns. Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate under the annual TN allocation.
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Business area: Environment & Energy
Contract location:
Arlington, TX, US
Working location: Arlington
Location type: Office Location / Office-based
Contract type: Permanent
Job description:
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Position Summary
The Field Automation Engineer provides automation and controls expertise for the ANDRITZ North American Field Service organization. Working in partnership with the Field Service Commissioning Lead, this position supports the installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, optimization, and lifecycle service of municipal dewatering equipment while providing technical expertise in PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, industrial networking, and control systems.
The Field Automation Engineer collaborates with the Field Service PLC Lead, Field Service and Commissioning Technicians, Engineering, and Project Management to improve automation standards, equipment performance, and customer satisfaction across the North American installed base.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Field Automation & Commissioning
- Support the installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and optimization of ANDRITZ equipment and automation systems.
- Configure, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and industrial communication systems.
- Perform electrical and controls verification prior to equipment startup.
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and customer performance testing.
- Troubleshoot complex electrical, automation, instrumentation, networking, and process control issues.
- Maintain software backups, configuration files, and commissioning documentation.
Automation Engineering & Field Support
- Partner with the Field Service PLC Lead to support Field Service and Commissioning Technicians during installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support activities.
- Provide advanced technical support for PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, industrial networking, and control systems.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to resolve field automation issues and implement technical improvements.
- Mentor and support Field Service and Commissioning Technicians on automation systems, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices.
Continuous Improvement
- Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation standards, software documentation, and commissioning procedures.
- Identify recurring field issues and partner with Engineering to implement permanent corrective actions.
- Support automation upgrades, modernization projects, and aftermarket control system improvements.
- Capture lessons learned and recommend improvements to field execution, technical documentation, and commissioning practices.
Customer Support
- Serve as the automation technical resource during field assignments and customer startup activities.
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and technical expertise.
- Provide operator and maintenance training on automation systems and equipment operation.
- Prepare detailed field service reports documenting work performed, software changes, findings, and recommendations.
- Support emergency service calls and remote technical assistance as required.
Safety
- Follow all ANDRITZ and customer safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain required OSHA and company safety certifications.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Promote a culture of safety during all field activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree in Automation Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
- Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, systems integration, commissioning, or field service.
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
- Experience with HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, engineering drawings, and control system documentation.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Willingness to travel approximately 100% throughout North America.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / ControlLogix
- Siemens TIA Portal / S7
- Schneider Electric / Modicon
- Ignition SCADA
- Industrial Ethernet communications
- Process instrumentation
- Municipal wastewater, dewatering, or industrial process equipment
Working Relationships
This position works closely with:
- North American Field Service Director
- Field Service PLC Lead
- Field Service and Commissioning Technicians
- Engineering
- Project Management
- Customers
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, and perform work in industrial environments.
- Ability to travel extensively by automobile and commercial airline.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as required to support customer needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 22670
Nearest Major Market: Arlington Texas
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
Job family: Engineering
Business area: Environment & Energy
Contract location:
Arlington, TX, US
Working location: Arlington
Location type: Office Location / Office-based
Contract type: Permanent
Job description:
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Position Summary
The Field Automation Engineer provides automation and controls expertise for the ANDRITZ North American Field Service organization. Working in partnership with the Field Service Commissioning Lead, this position supports the installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, optimization, and lifecycle service of municipal dewatering equipment while providing technical expertise in PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, industrial networking, and control systems.
The Field Automation Engineer collaborates with the Field Service PLC Lead, Field Service and Commissioning Technicians, Engineering, and Project Management to improve automation standards, equipment performance, and customer satisfaction across the North American installed base.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Field Automation & Commissioning
- Support the installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and optimization of ANDRITZ equipment and automation systems.
- Configure, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and industrial communication systems.
- Perform electrical and controls verification prior to equipment startup.
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and customer performance testing.
- Troubleshoot complex electrical, automation, instrumentation, networking, and process control issues.
- Maintain software backups, configuration files, and commissioning documentation.
Automation Engineering & Field Support
- Partner with the Field Service PLC Lead to support Field Service and Commissioning Technicians during installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support activities.
- Provide advanced technical support for PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, industrial networking, and control systems.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to resolve field automation issues and implement technical improvements.
- Mentor and support Field Service and Commissioning Technicians on automation systems, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices.
Continuous Improvement
- Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation standards, software documentation, and commissioning procedures.
- Identify recurring field issues and partner with Engineering to implement permanent corrective actions.
- Support automation upgrades, modernization projects, and aftermarket control system improvements.
- Capture lessons learned and recommend improvements to field execution, technical documentation, and commissioning practices.
Customer Support
- Serve as the automation technical resource during field assignments and customer startup activities.
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and technical expertise.
- Provide operator and maintenance training on automation systems and equipment operation.
- Prepare detailed field service reports documenting work performed, software changes, findings, and recommendations.
- Support emergency service calls and remote technical assistance as required.
Safety
- Follow all ANDRITZ and customer safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain required OSHA and company safety certifications.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Promote a culture of safety during all field activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree in Automation Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
- Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, systems integration, commissioning, or field service.
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
- Experience with HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, engineering drawings, and control system documentation.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Willingness to travel approximately 100% throughout North America.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / ControlLogix
- Siemens TIA Portal / S7
- Schneider Electric / Modicon
- Ignition SCADA
- Industrial Ethernet communications
- Process instrumentation
- Municipal wastewater, dewatering, or industrial process equipment
Working Relationships
This position works closely with:
- North American Field Service Director
- Field Service PLC Lead
- Field Service and Commissioning Technicians
- Engineering
- Project Management
- Customers
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, and perform work in industrial environments.
- Ability to travel extensively by automobile and commercial airline.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as required to support customer needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 22670
Nearest Major Market: Arlington Texas
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Field Sales Engineer
Align your credentials to the Engineer category
TN visa status for Field Sales Engineers requires a degree in engineering or a closely related field. A business degree alone won't qualify. Get a credential evaluation if your Canadian or Mexican degree title differs from standard U.S. engineering designations before you apply.
Target companies with active technical sales teams
Search employers in industrial automation, semiconductor, and test-and-measurement sectors. These industries regularly hire Field Sales Engineers and have HR teams familiar with TN filings, shortening the time between offer and your first day.
Negotiate the support letter before accepting an offer
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your role in engineering terms, not sales. Ask to review the draft before you sign your offer. A letter that emphasizes territory management over technical application reviews will create problems at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready employers
Find Field Sales Engineer roles with employers that already understand TN visa sponsorship using Migrate Mate. Filtering for TN-familiar companies cuts the time you spend educating hiring managers about the process and avoids offers that stall at legal review.
Canadians can self-file at the border with your offer letter
As a Canadian citizen, you don't wait for USCIS approval. Bring your degree documents, the employer's support letter, and your job offer to a land port of entry or preclearance airport. CBP adjudicates TN status on the spot, often within the same day.
Mexican applicants should file DS-160 well before your start date
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview through a U.S. embassy or consulate. Appointment wait times vary by city and season, so file your DS-160 and book your slot as soon as your employer finalizes the support letter, not after your start date is set.
Field Sales Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Sales Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if your employer structures the role under the Engineer occupational category and your degree is in engineering or a closely related technical field. The job duties must emphasize technical application and engineering judgment, not purely account management or business development. A support letter that describes the role in those terms is what CBP or the consulate will evaluate.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Field Sales Engineer roles?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no waiting period tied to a fiscal year start date. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a lottery with roughly 25 to 30 percent selection odds and a mandatory October 1 start. For a Field Sales Engineer whose degree qualifies under the Engineer category, TN is a faster and more predictable path, assuming your employer is willing to structure the offer correctly.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must prepare a support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a description of duties in engineering terms, the anticipated length of employment, and your qualifications. This letter is the core of your TN application. CBP or the consulate uses it to confirm the role fits the Engineer category. Your employer does not file anything with USCIS for a Canadian citizen applying at the border.
Where can I find Field Sales Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with TN visa sponsorship. Rather than sorting through job listings where sponsorship policies are unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces employers already familiar with TN filings, which reduces the back-and-forth with recruiters who have never heard of the Engineer category.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Field Sales Engineer?
Yes, but you must obtain a new TN authorization tied to your new employer before you start work. For Canadian citizens, that means a new border or preclearance application with a fresh support letter from the incoming employer. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN status the way an H-1B portability rule might allow. Plan your transition so there is no gap between authorization and your first day.