TPS Talent
TPS Talent is hiring: Power Systems Field Engineer – UPS Specialist (Chicago Are
TPS Talent, Chicago, IL, US, 60290
Power Systems Field Engineer – UPS Specialist (Chicago Area) At TPS Talent, we connect skilled professionals with opportunity-driven careers across Telecom, IT, Engineering, Construction, and Hospitality. Whether you're seeking a direct hire role, contract-to-hire, or project-based work, we're here to align your experience and goals with the right companies — and make the process seamless.
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LOCATION: Chicago, IL
(Must be within 1.5 hours of downtown Chicago or Aurora, IL)
Local Travel Focus: Primarily local assignments with occasional nationwide overnight travel depending on business needs and training.
Reimbursements & Perks:
All tools provided by the company
Overnight travel fully reimbursed
HEALTH & WELLNESS BENEFITS: Medical (United Healthcare)
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance & AD&D
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
10 paid company holidays + 2 personal days
401(k) with 3% company match
POSITION SUMMARY: As a UPS Field Service Engineer based in the Chicago area, you’ll be the frontline expert handling start-up, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and related critical power equipment. This is a field-based role with home dispatch.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Commission, maintain, and provide emergency support for UPS and power electronic systems at customer sites
Conduct design reviews and prepare testing procedures and reports
Execute on-site equipment start-up, preventive maintenance, and modifications
Travel to headquarters periodically for training on OEM systems and standard procedures
Collaborate with technical support teams to troubleshoot issues
Help develop and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs)
Ensure all work meets quality standards and customer expectations
REQUIREMENTS: 3–5+ years of experience in the critical power industry
Proficient in troubleshooting UPS, batteries, PDU, STS, etc., down to component level
Experience with OEMs like Liebert/Emerson/Vertiv, APC/MGE/Schneider, or Eaton/Powerware preferred
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. and work nights/weekends as needed
Competent with hand tools, test equipment, and software applications
Ability to work independently and think critically in the field
Timely completion of Field Service Reports
Bonus Qualifications:
Technical degree or relevant certifications
Prior military technical experience
Experience with third-party UPS servicing
EDUCATION: Graduate of a two-year accredited technical program
OR
3–5 years of hands-on technician experience in the power electronics or related field
SALARY:
$85,000 – $98,000 annually
Plus: $600 monthly car allowance
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