Industrial Drives Service and Startup Engineer

Role overview

Join MIH Systems Group as a senior-level expert delivering field installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning for Variable Frequency Drives across the NY/NJ region. You will respond to equipment issues, complete on-site repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and guide clients on upgrade paths—while contributing to a high-performing service organization.

Why MIH

• Work with a team of commissioning and technical services pros optimizing complex building systems from design through operations.
• Partner with clients across diverse facilities, elevating performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Grow with a company recognized for logistical, energy, and cost-effective solutions.

Impact you’ll make

• Bring multiple VFD brands online—start-up, commission, and functionally verify performance.
• Collaborate with management to streamline service operations: staffing, customer loyalty, cost control, and goal attainment.
• Foster strong customer relationships that generate repeat and referral business.
• Deliver durable repairs and reduce callbacks.
• Maintain transparent communication on job status, milestones, and issues.
• Recommend additional services aligned with protocols and client needs.
• Champion safety for yourself and those around you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on, multi-manufacturer VFD experience.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50 lbs and work from heights/ladder.
• Deep understanding of three-phase motors and control circuitry.
• Proficiency reading electrical/mechanical drawings, safety rules, O&M manuals; adept with P&IDs, fabrication drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Installation and troubleshooting experience for heating and cooling systems.
• OSHA 30 and SST.
• Capable of producing inspection and appraisal reports.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills; effective written and verbal communicator.
• Mechanical assembly and troubleshooting strengths.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Hands-on with programming, calibration, and configuration of 4–20 mA and 0–10 Vdc devices.
• Self-directed, able to excel without direct supervision.

Preferred

• Background with gas detection systems.
• Experience with DriSteem Humidifiers.

Compensation

Estimated Salary: $45 - $64 hourly, with flexibility based on experience and skills.

About MIH Systems Group

We are a fast-growing firm in building commissioning. Our consulting team delivers full-service commissioning for new and existing buildings, and our technical services group performs start-ups on complex HVAC equipment from numerous manufacturers. Our industry-leading professionals are dedicated to practical, energy-smart, and cost-conscious outcomes for clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MIH Systems Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Machines & technologies you’ll use

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)