Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Thermo Fisher Scientific team and make a global impact through meaningful work. Help solve tough challenges like protecting the environment and finding cures for cancer.

Division Specific Information:

Unity Lab Services, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, provides coordinated solutions, instrument, and enterprise services to our customers.

Discover Impactful Work:

The Field Service Engineer ensures excellent field service support and customer relationships. This includes tasks such as installation, repair, maintenance, and instrument qualification. They are dedicated to representing Thermo Fisher Scientific and driving growth.

A Day in the Life:

Perform on-site installation, repair, preventative maintenance, and qualification of instrumentationMust be client-focused, working in conjunction with Professional Services and outsourcing functions.Must be proficient with the use of customer management software to track service calls, manage parts inventories, and complete job tasks.Reviews reports and documentation from customers and inspects malfunctioning product to determine nature and scope of problem.Analyzes review and inspection findings to determine source of problem, and recommends repair, replacement, or other corrective action.Coordinates problem resolution with engineering, customer service, and other personnel to expedite repairs.Analyzes instrument generated chemistry and performance reports of technical issues to recommend factory modifications that eliminate future events of the same issue.Provides a communication link between the customer and the company to help ensure that effective service is provided to the customer.Develops and conducts training on the safe operations of the equipment and demonstrates skills to trainees, including both team members and customers (Chemists).Show and demonstrate progression in training and certification for advanced products.Other duties may be assigned.

Keys to Success

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Sciences or related field preferred, although equivalent experience will also be considered.

Experience

4+ years hands-on experience as a Service Engineer is preferred, particularly working with analytical instrumentationHands-on experience with Gas Chromatography, Liquid Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry instrumentation (GC, HPLC, IC, MS) preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Effective interpersonal skills and establishing good customer rapport are essentialStrong communication skillsAbility to prioritize service requests and produce clear and concise documentationMust be available for travel daily as required, and up to 50% overnight travelAbility to lift 40 lbs.Ability to stand for long periods of timeAbility to work overtimeMust have a valid driver’s license

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $31.73–$45.00.

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