Field Electrical Technician

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Field Electrical Technician to execute, train, supervise, and oversee installations, maintenance, and repairs of electrical equipment and systems on farms, ensuring compliance with standards. Key Highlights: 1. Be part of a dynamic and challenging work environment 2. Participate in a rapidly growing market with exciting tasks 3. Flat hierarchies and open cooperation in a family-like atmosphere Under the motto “Acting for Future Generations”, Big Dutchman has been sharing our ideas in over 100 countries for more than 85 years – because feeding the world is our profession. Our high-tech agricultural solutions for proteins and plants enable our customers’ success and empower farmers worldwide to act more sustainably. And rightly so: whether at our headquarters in Vechta (Germany) or at our locations across all five continents, more than 3\.500 motivated employees at our family-owned company deliver sustainable and animal-friendly solutions. As an innovation driver, we never lose sight of the value we place on our team. We enjoy our daily work and act together for future generations. Does this sound like the work environment you’re looking for? Then join our team as **Field Electrical Technician** ============================== **Responsibilities** --------------------- * Execute, train, supervise, and guide installation and commissioning activities for data networks, controller installation, software setup, and general equipment assembly at customer sites, distributors/representatives, technicians, and contractors, following Big Dutchman product technical specifications and manuals * Execute, train, supervise, and guide preventive and corrective maintenance tasks on equipment, control panels, motors, and associated electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with the company’s quality standards * Diagnose faults and perform repairs by reading and interpreting electrical schematics, drawings, catalogs, and technical assessments; disassemble, recover, reassemble, test, and replace components as required * Execute, guide, and supervise emergency maintenance; respond to service requests via service orders, conduct risk analyses, and manage spare parts requisitions * Support planning and scheduling of after-sales services and installations (identifying resource, material, and labor requirements) * Provide after-sales support and technical guidance via phone calls, messages, emails, remote access, and on-site visits * Prepare reports documenting all interventions/services performed * Ensure compliance with internal policies and Occupational Health and Safety regulations * Maintain up-to-date mandatory certifications for electrical work in accordance with applicable regulations and Safety Department guidelines * Ensure service quality and proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and uniforms **Requirements / Technical Education** ---------------------------------- * Technical or university education in Automation, Electricity, Electronics, or Mechatronics * Knowledge of electrical controls/automation, PLCs, and residential/commercial/industrial electricity * Knowledge of electropneumatics (desirable) * Frequent travel required * Intermediate English (desirable). **What’s Your Opportunity?** You will become part of a dynamic and challenging work environment characterized by flat hierarchies and open, constructive cooperation. Take on exciting tasks in a rapidly growing market and contribute your skills with great initiative. **Want to convince us immediately?** Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application documents, including your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.