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CNC Service Engineer, Fanuc Controls & Field Service

80K–130K
Onsite · Minneapolis, Minnesota
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

You own service and support for CNC machinery across Minneapolis, repairing, installing, and maintaining systems for industrial clients. You join a tight engineering team that partners with sales to keep machines running at peak uptime. Using Fanuc controls and CNC Automation Solutions, you solve mechanical, electrical, and software faults on site. This role stands apart with 20% travel and direct customer training responsibilities.

What You'll Do7

  • 1Install CNC machines and equipment at customer sites, from unboxing to full commissioning
  • 2Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and Fanuc software faults, reducing unplanned downtime
  • 3Run preventive maintenance schedules on CNC machinery to extend asset life
  • 4Train customer operators on CNC operations and upkeep, sharpening their skill set
  • 5Document every service call in the tracking system, ensuring accurate repair history
  • 6Partner with engineering and sales teams to escalate product issues and shape upgrades
  • 7Travel up to 20% overnight to service calls and installations across the region

Requirements7

  • 1Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Precision Machining, or a related field
  • 22+ years hands-on experience as a CNC Service Engineer or equivalent role
  • 3Deep expertise with CNC machinery and Fanuc control systems, including parameter setting
  • 4Proven skill in electrical troubleshooting and repair of CNC cabinets and drives
  • 5Mechanical aptitude to align spindles, turrets, and tool changers with precision
  • 6Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics for CNC integration
  • 7Willingness to travel 20% overnight and manage own schedule independently

Salary Insight

$80 - $130k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationMinneapolis, Minnesota

Required Skills

CNC ToolingCNC Machine RepairCNC Machine InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairCNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverTroubleshooting CNC Machines
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