Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Working at heights

Job Description

The Field Service Engineer II for the Materials and Structural Analysis Division (MSD) of Thermo Fisher Scientific is responsible for performing the on-site installation, servicing and repair of sophisticated equipment and systems. Engineers investigate and improve operational quality of system equipment; Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Small/Large Dual Beam (SDB/LDB); teach customers in the operation and maintenance of the system; serve as company liaison with customer on administrative and technical matters for assigned projects; and conduct on-site installations of the full range of Thermo Fisher Scientific electron microscopy systems and their associated options.

This role provides the opportunity to grow within Field Services and across the Thermo Fisher organization. You will be eligible for transportation support, company phone, company laptop as well as other company benefits that include bonus, 401k, healthcare, employee assistance program and more!

What you will do:

Conduct on-site installation of complex equipment and follow testing procedures to ensure proper working orderConduct on-site scheduled planned maintenance visitsProvide trouble shooting and repair support for customers and other field service personnelCultivate and develop positive working relationships with customers, system users and company personnelSuccessfully complete technical training, as requiredComplete and submit field service reports on assigned toolsPerform Preventive Maintenance tasksPartner with colleagues to acquire technical guidance needed to problem-solve systems solutionsProvide training for customers and users on system maintenanceProvide feedback to product quality teamsProvide appropriate input in writing updating and correcting various Thermo Fisher system documentationProvide guidance for various reports including identifying and isolating unique problems with systemAct as a subject expert and resource for trainingAlign with application scientists to collaborate on outstanding solutions to meet our users challengesMust maintain Thermo Fisher Scientifics’ Four-I Values.

How you will get here:

Education

University degree/Bachelor degree in electronics, physics, engineering, computer science or similar field preferred; or 2-5 years of equivalent combination of education, skills and experience

Experience

4-5 years’ Experience:

Operating, trouble shooting, repairing and calibrating complex analysis tools such as SEM, TEM, FIB, Prober or similar systems is a plus but not required.Experience with Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) a plus but not required.Experience operating O-scopes, digital voltmeter and logical problem solving.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Required to read, write, and speak English fluently.Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, with a consistent record to make decisions with minimal direct supervision.Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented, problem solver, promote team environment.Demonstrated ability to display a high level of confidentiality for both customer and Thermo Fisher Scientific.Literate in Windows software environmentsMust have a detailed understanding and extensive experience solving and repairing ultra-high vacuum and high voltage systems.Ability to read and interpret schematicsAbility to partner effectively with customersStrong Interpersonal communication, teamwork/building, time management, organizational, problem solving and customer service skillsProven track record of solving issues with sophisticated systems and subsystems down to component levelFamiliar with UHV phenomenon and technologyMust be willing to travel 25-50% of the time. Often on short notice, to customer sites to resolve problems or support other field service personnelMust possess a valid driver’s license and passport and travel regionally and internationally as the need arises.May require proof of Covid-19 vaccination.Extensive walking may be required.May work at customer locations, in office environment to include cubicles and/or in laboratory environments.Must be able to secure entrance to US Government laboratories and facilitiesPotentially pass-through areas where chemical-based allergens may be in use (such as penicillin, tetracycline, etc)Depending on area of building, personal protective equipment may be worn to include lab coats, coveralls, hood, facemask, hairnets, safety gloves, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and/or bump hats.Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Washington is $31.73–$47.60.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards