Hyster-Yale Group

Robotics Field Engineer I-IV

HY US North Carolina (Remote) Full time

Job Title

Robotics Field Engineer I-IV

Job Category

Product Support

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world! 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Robotics Field Engineer I-IV (Field-Based). 

*Please note: This role requires up to 75% travel. 

What you will do: 

  • Perform factory testing, calibration, configuration, and safety verification to prepare systems for customer delivery. 

  • Commission and validate systems at customer sites, including on‑site testing, wireless communication surveys, and safety adjustments. 

  • Troubleshoot and resolve electro‑mechanical, electrical, software, and communication issues in factory and field environments. 

  • Support customer acceptance testing during factory testing and on‑site installation milestones. 

  • Develop technical documentation and deliver hands‑on training to operators and customer teams. 

  • Collaborate with engineering, project, and customer teams to ensure safe, reliable, and timely system deployment. 

  • Level I: Support senior field engineers with testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation while building technical and field experience. 

  • Level IV: Serve as the on‑site technical lead, coordinating daily activities, mentoring junior engineers, and acting as the primary technical point of contact for the customer. 

 

Who you are: 

  • A hands‑on problem solver who enjoys working with complex technical systems. 

  • Comfortable working in customer environments and communicating clearly with both technical and non‑technical audiences. 

  • Calm, adaptable, and professional in fast‑paced and changing work environments. 

  • Organized and dependable, with strong attention to detail and safety. 

  • A collaborative team member who is eager to learn and grow in a field‑based engineering role. 

 

What you will need: 

Level I: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 

  • Associate’s degree with 1 year of relevant experience 

  • 7 years of relevant industry experience in lieu of a degree 

 

Level II: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and minimum 2 years of relevant experience 

  • 7 years of relevant industry experience in lieu of a degree 

Level III: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and minimum 3 years of relevant experience 

  • 10 years of relevant industry experience in lieu of a degree 

 

Level IV: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and minimum 5 years of relevant experience 

  • 12 years of relevant industry experience in lieu of a degree 

 

Skills, Experience & Abilities       

  • Ability to troubleshoot electro‑mechanical, electrical, and control systems in both factory and field environments. 

  • Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and system documentation. 

  • Working knowledge of Windows‑based systems, device configuration, and basic networking concepts. 

  • Experience with system commissioning, testing, calibration, and validation activities. 

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical information and train end users. 

  • Ability to work independently at customer sites while remaining collaborative, professional, and safety‑focused. 

 

Who we are: 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com. 

 

What we offer: 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). 

 

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Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

75%

Primary Location

HY US North Carolina (Remote)

Address

Home Office

Zip Code

27565

Field-Based

Yes

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled