WEG

Service Engineering Specialist II - Low Voltage Motors

WEG$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
  • 3 to 7 years of experience in industrial automation and motor control systems.
  • Solid understanding of LV Drives and Soft Starters.
  • Familiarity with MV Drives and DC Drives applications.
  • Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication networks.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for WEG LV Drives and Soft Starters via phone, email, and remote connection.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and control issues.
  • Perform structured remote diagnostics and recommend corrective actions.
  • Evaluate support cases for potential on-site intervention and coordinate escalations.
  • Document customer interactions and technical resolutions in support systems.

Benefits

  • Pleasant work environment.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Full benefits package.
  • Opportunity to support professional growth through training activities.
Full Job Description
About This Role:

WEG Electric Corp. has an exciting opportunity for a Service Engineering Specialist II to join our Low Voltage Motors team in Duluth, GA.

The Service Engineering Specialist II provides intermediate-level technical support for WEG products, including LV Drives, Soft Starters, PLCs, HMIs, and basic MV, DC, and System Drive applications. This role supports customers, distributors, and field service personnel through troubleshooting, diagnostics, programming support, and technical problem resolution. Support is provided primarily through phone, email, and remote connection, with occasional limited field support when required.

The ideal candidate has experience working with industrial automation, motor control systems, variable frequency drives, and electrical troubleshooting. This position serves as a key technical resource while partnering with customers, field service engineers, engineering, quality, and product management teams to deliver effective solutions and ensure customer satisfaction.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical support via phone, email, and remote connection for WEG LV Drives, Soft Starters, PLCs, HMIs, and basic MV/DC/System Drive applications.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex electrical, control, programming, and communication issues.
  • Perform structured remote diagnostics to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
  • Evaluate support cases to determine when on-site intervention is required and coordinate escalation to Field Service or Senior Support Engineers.
  • Support Field Service Engineers by providing technical guidance, wiring diagrams, parameter recommendations, and troubleshooting assistance before and during site visits.
  • Document customer interactions, troubleshooting activities, and resolutions within technical support systems.
  • Assist with product evaluations, testing activities, warranty validation, and technical issue investigations.
  • Identify product non-conformities and collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to support corrective actions.
  • Provide field feedback to Product Management and Engineering teams to support continuous product improvement.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, troubleshooting guides, and knowledge-base resources.
  • Assist with customer training activities and support onboarding of new technical support team members.
  • Participate in after-hours support rotation as required.
  • Support customers with repair recommendations, return authorizations, and parts identification.
  • Maintain current knowledge of WEG products, applications, and emerging technologies.
  • Deliver a high level of customer service while managing escalated customer situations professionally.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Experience & Knowledge:
  • 3 to 7 years of experience supporting industrial automation, motor control systems, drives, controls, electrical systems, or related technologies.
  • Solid understanding of LV Drives, Soft Starters, motors, and industrial electrical systems.
  • Familiarity with MV Drives, DC Drives, and System Drive applications.
  • Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, and BACnet.
  • Understanding of AC/DC motor control, power electronics, and control logic.
  • Experience utilizing diagnostic software, test equipment, and remote support platforms.
  • Knowledge of applicable safety standards including NFPA 70E, NEC, and OSHA requirements.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work independently with moderate supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Professional customer service skills, including the ability to support escalated customer situations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Location:
  • Duluth, GA
  • On-site, Monday through Friday


We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

About WEG

WEG is a Brazilian multinational company that produces electric motors, generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1961 and has since grown to become one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world. WEG operates in several industries including oil and gas, mining, and renewable energy. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. WEG has received several awards for its sustainability efforts and was named one of the world's most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights in 2021.
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33,342 employees
Industry
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