Field Deployment Engineer (Entry Level)

Perform basic troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and networking components.

Replace units, perform repairs, and validate issues and fixes.

Execute scheduled maintenance visits.

Document site conditions and service outcomes.

Flag recurring issues to engineering via forms or service logs

Maintain clean service logs

Suggest small improvements to install checklists

Coordinate install timing with site managers

Have technical training in mechanical, electrical, robotics, or a related field or equivalent hands-on experience installing or servicing connected hardware systems

Have 1–3 years of experience in hardware installation, field service, IoT devices, or similar hands-on technical work

Are comfortable using hand tools, power tools, laptops, and basic diagnostic software

Can follow detailed installation checklists and documentation with high attention to quality

Approach troubleshooting logically and know when to escalate more complex issues

Take pride in clean, organized work and professional job sites

Communicate clearly and confidently with customers and site staff

Take ownership of your installs and service visits: you don’t leave a site until it’s done right

Startup hardware experience

Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, or related field

Field deployments of physical infrastructure (energy, robotics, IoT, HVAC, etc.)

Networking knowledge (WiFi troubleshooting, routers, signal strength analysis)

Experience with reliability testing or environmental validation

Restaurant or hospitality installation experience

This role has a clear path toward increased responsibility in field operations, advanced troubleshooting, and deployment leadership as the company scales.

$75,000-$90,000/yr

On-site in San Francisco (SOMA), street parking only but 2 blocks from BART

Daily lunch provided

In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for company-sponsored benefits and other benefits made available to Focal team members.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected status.