Req ID: 50426
Job Location: Alberta, CAN, Montreal, CAN, Oakville, CA, US, Vancouver, CAN
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category: Sales
Work Location Type: Remote
Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Job Description:
The Impact You'll MakeYou'll play a hands-on role in helping customers across Canada get the most from their
AC drive systems, solving real-world challenges across industries like energy, metals, water, and oil & gas. Your expertise will directly support uptime, performance, and efficiency for critical operations.
In this role, you'll combine
technical problem-solving with customer partnership, delivering high-quality service both on-site and remotely. You'll be a trusted advisor, helping customers optimize their systems while strengthening long-term relationships.
You'll join
Danfoss Drives, a global leader in power conversion, where your work contributes to innovation, sustainability, and reliable industrial performance worldwide.
What You'll Be Doing- Lead start-up, commissioning, and optimization of AC drives and drive systems across customer sites
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing hands-on troubleshooting, repair, and performance testing
- Support customers with application expertise, ensuring systems are configured and running at peak efficiency
- Manage on-site service delivery, including documentation, reporting, and coordination of installation and commissioning activities
- Collaborate with internal teams to support sales, training, and continuous improvement, while contributing insights from field experience
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in electrical/ Electronic Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Automation or Physics, or relevant industry experience,with variable frequency drives, commissioning, or industrial automation projects
- Background in industries such as HVAC, energy, oil & gas, metals, or power conversion, with strong technical understanding
- Knowledge of electrical systems, drive controls, and system integration, with the ability to troubleshoot complex applications
- Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial communication protocols; understanding of UL508A and other relevant standards is a plus
- Experience using EPlan P8 and AutoCAD to create and modify electrical, control, and mechanical drawings
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills, with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Willingness to travel frequently (up to 75%), including international assignments, and work in diverse environments
What You'll Get from Us- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- The Canadian base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000 -$100,000 CAD + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Join Danfoss Drives and become part of a team making a significant impact in energy efficiency and electrification. As a global leader in power conversion solutions, we are committed to sustainability, exceptional quality, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Our technology powers industries worldwide and supports global decarbonization efforts. Engineer a better future with Danfoss, where meaningful change begins with you!
Ready to Make a Difference?If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
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