ZEISS Group-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
5,001-10,000 employees

The Field Service Engineer Level 2 is an intermediate level field service position that has met the FSE Level 1 requirements and necessitates frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards required to install, service and maintain assigned systems. Success in this role requires a solid understanding of the theory, application and technical workings of all required equipment and an ability to work independently on them in a customer setting. Success requires the ability to support a given account base, retain contract customers, complete PMs on time, and perform administrative duties accurately and timely. Level 2 FSEs must utilize their training to effectively diagnose and troubleshoot issues they encounter in the field. Effective and efficient troubleshooting is imperative in this role. Level 2 FSEs are expected to escalate quickly and via the appropriate process when customers complain or when technical support is required to resolve a challenging issue. This is a customer-facing role and therefore strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively are required to be successful. Excellent time management skills are a must in order to be an effective efficient Field Service Engineer.

  • Provide industry-leading installation services for new equipment with an attention to detail, a high standard for system performance and a professional hand-off to the customer.
  • Independently troubleshoot and successfully diagnose issues on assigned equipment quickly and accurately so that a repair can happen within a single visit.
  • Confirm all SVOs within 24 hours of finishing the work following all procedures and guidelines for spare parts and time allocations.
  • Provide accurate and detailed as requested for billable quotations within 24 hours.
  • Complete all PMs for contract customers within 90 days of SVO assignment using proper checklists and documentation which must be shared with the customer.
  • Escalate any unresolved issue using the appropriate process quickly to ensure customer satisfaction and rapid resolution.
  • Educate customers on possible upgrades and accessories to improve the capabilities of their equipment and pass any and all leads to the proper channels.
  • Connect all available systems to the ZEISS Predictive Service network.
  • Conduct special site or system environmental analysis tests as assigned by management.
  • Train customers on basic system operation and maintenance using established guidelines.
  • Properly care for all ZEISS tools and assets as may be made available during the execution of assigned responsibilities.
  • Return spare parts within 1 week and manage individual Stock on Memo (SOM) account in an accurate and timely fashion.
  • Successful completion of all assigned technical training to acquire a thorough knowledge of assigned company equipment.
  • Actively engage in personal development leveraging the content available on the ZEISS CurioZ online training portal.
  • Responsible for personal safety when visiting labs and institutions by understanding the basics of lab behavior and an awareness of risks.
  • Respect, live and share with internal and external customers, the ZEISS values.
  • 4-year degree or technical certificate in technical/scientific discipline, related military electronics experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience such as 3+ years direct experience building, maintaining, installing, and/or repairing similarly complex automated electromechanical systems.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of Laboratory Safety requirements for BSL 1, 2, and 3 environments, as well as specimen handling of Level 3 (and below) pathogenic biohazards.
  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot problems in software, electronics, optics and electron optics, high voltage, high vacuum, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of Windows operating environments and word processing and or email applications.
  • Familiarity with databases or CRM Systems a plus.
  • Ability to read and understand electrical or mechanical engineering documentation and schematics.
  • Proven ability to work successfully as an individual contributor or as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills, able to converse readily in English, both verbally and in writing. (German a plus.)
  • Good administrative and time management skills.
  • Capable and willing to engage customers in their workspace/environment, including BSL -2 and BSL-3 facilities.
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically and overseas.
  • Lifting of heavy equipment crates required; crate weight ~ 75 lbs.
  • Must have driving record in good standing, a valid U.S. driver license, and be able to drive a company provided car/van.
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401k Matching
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Vacation and sick pay
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