Toowoomba

Field Engineer

A Field Engineer installs and maintains equipment in various locations. You might carry out inspections and perform necessary adjustments or repairs. Field Engineers may set up new technology or monitor the performance of existing systems. You might design new equipment or use already established engineering plans.

Field Engineers should have strong technical abilities and be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of circumstances. It’s important you have excellent attention to detail and good analytical skills. Field Engineers should be good problem solvers and be capable of working as part of a larger team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a field engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
MEM50222

Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)

Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

Blended, Online
11 - 18 months
$0 - $5,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CPC50320

Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)

Online
12 months
$6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52884WA

Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Field Engineer
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