Distro

Field Service Engineer at Distro (Sterling Heights, MI)

Distro· Sterling Heights, MI· $90k–$110k·

Role details

Salary
$90k–$110k
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Position Summary Responsible for integration, testing, deployment, and field support of multidisciplinary systems (mechanical, electrical, and software). Acts as a customer-facing technical lead, supporting R&D-related projects and managing customer interactions throughout deployment and operation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead customer-facing technical activities, acting as a focal point between R&D/Operation and the customer Perform installation, integration, and commissioning of systems at customer sites (domestic and international) Provide on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and system repair Manage and execute in-house repairs and maintenance activities Conduct system testing (functional, communication, software, and hardware) Deliver system demonstrations and operational training to customers Prepare reports, document faults, and provide feedback to R&D teams Support deployment, upgrades, and operational activities in the field This role requires to travel to Israel for 5–8 days for training as most of the equipment, engineering activities, and subject matter experts are currently located in Israel. In the future, this requirement may no longer be necessary as capabilities are established locally. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong problem-solving and system-level thinking Ability to work independently and under pressure Customer-oriented mindset with project ownership High sense of responsibility Education & Experience 2–5 years of experience in system integration, testing, or field service Strong understanding of electronics and ability to read schematics Experience with communication protocols (TCP/IP, RS232/RS485) Understanding of mechanical systems Experience with test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope – advantage) Experience with Embedded systems / Linux – advantage High-level English (spoken and written) Willingness to travel internationally

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Why work at Distro

  • Culture highlights: AI-first, mission-driven (“make hiring human”), global team spanning 8 countries, emphasis on fair and skills-based screening
  • Remote/hybrid/office policy: Some roles are on-site (Lehi, UT; Chandler, AZ) while the company supports remote employees across multiple countries; hybrid/remote likely role-dependent
  • Notable perks or engineering culture: Fast-paced startup environment with recent acquisition support; employees work on cutting-edge AI recruiting tools; dedicated account managers for candidates and a focus on long-term roles

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