General information
Organisation
With 2500 machines operating in 45 countries, Pellenc ST is one of the world's leading suppliers of optical sorting equipment and a central partner for companies operating in the circular economy.
Pellenc ST is pioneering technology in automatic waste sorting systems, developing, manufacturing, and marketing worldwide machines for the inspection and sorting of all types of materials: packaging, plastics, paper, cardboard, electronic waste, industrial and automobile waste, and organic waste. Key to our success and market leadership is the establishment of a strong local presence with a skilled team to provide technical and commercial support.
Reference
2026-1352
Position description
Field
Field engineering
Job title
Field Service Engineer South Italy M/F
Contract type
Permanent employment contract
Job description
About Us:
Pellenc ST, a global leader in the circular economy sector with over 3000 machines deployed worldwide, is dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for waste sorting. Our cutting-edge machinery inspects and sorts various materials, including packaging, plastics, paper, electronics, industrial, automobile waste, and organic waste. We firmly believe in the power of technology to drive positive change while preserving our planet for future generations.
Join Our Mission:
We are looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our Italian Service team.
Working alongside approximately 10 colleagues across Italy, you will support our customers with the installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of Pellenc ST equipment.
This is a hands-on, customer-facing role for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, working independently and travelling regularly.
The position is home-office based, with approximately 80% travel to customer sites, primarily across Italy.
Ideal location: Campania region (Napoli, Caserta, Avellino, Salerno...)
Your responsibilities will include:
- Installing and commissioning Pellenc ST equipment at customer sites.
- Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical and electromechanical faults.
- Carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
- Working with pneumatic systems and industrial machinery.
- Supporting customers to keep their equipment operating safely and reliably.
- Providing technical advice and guidance to customers.
- Completing clear and accurate service reports.
- Working closely with colleagues in Italy and technical teams at our headquarters in France.
- Participating in technical and product training in France and on customer sites.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Company profit-sharing scheme.
- Company pension / retirement benefits.
- Company car.
- Tools, laptop and mobile phone.
- Full PPE and uniform.
- Comprehensive product and technical training at our headquarters in France and on site.
- Ongoing professional development.
- Annual performance and pay review.
- Overtime opportunities.
Profile
What we’re looking for
We are looking for someone with a strong technical background who enjoys working directly with customers and solving problems in the field.
Technical competencies:
- A mechanical, electrical, electromechanical or industrial machinery background.
- At least 2 years of experience within field service, industrial maintenance, installation or commissioning.
- Experience diagnosing and resolving technical faults.
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
- Good understanding of pneumatic systems.
- Good computer skills.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a wider team.
- Strong reporting and communication skills.
- A working level of English, sufficient to communicate with colleagues and participate in technical training at our headquarters in France.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel regularly.
- Previous experience within waste sorting or recycling is not essential, as full product and technical training will be provided.
Qualities we seek:
- A practical and curious approach to problem solving.
- Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to remain organised and self-motivated while working independently.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge with colleagues.
- An interest in technology, sustainability and the circular economy.
If you enjoy working with industrial technology, travelling to customer sites and solving technical challenges, we would love to hear from you.
Join Pellenc ST and help us build a more circular future.
We offer
Base salary, Overtime, travel bonus, company car, company credit card, profit-sharing scheme
Position location
Location
Napoli
Country
Italy
Candidate criteria
Minimum level of experience required
2-5 years
Languages
- Italian (4- Mother tongue)
- English (3- Business fluent)