Field Service Engineer

Responsibilities

The Field Service Engineer (FSE) provides technical service and support on equipment within the company, ISO, FDA, and budgetary guidelines with the objectives of minimizing customer downtime and generating revenue opportunities for Bruker Spatial Biology. This candidate should possess strong technical skill as well as the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervision. In support of the Bruker Spatial Biology objectives, this role must exhibit drive, passion, and a competitive spirit to help maximize our commercial success.

They must be a team player with customer relationship building skills, be hard‑working, smart, and loves to win.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Complete new equipment installations, preventative maintenance activities, and emergency repairs with proper supporting documentation in compliance with Quality Assurance procedures.
• Communicate with customers, both in person and via electronic means, in a way that instills confidence in both his/her ability and the capabilities of all Bruker Spatial Biology teams.
• Provide feedback to internal teams to address failure points and make system reliability improvements.
• Support the Field Applications team as needed to maximize equipment uptime and create a great customer experience.
• Assist with the Bruker Spatial Biology Quality process improvement initiatives.
• Hands‑on field service experience preferably in the biotech / life science / robotics field(s). This includes working on systems in customer laboratories and observing proper biohazard safety precautions.
• Strong troubleshooting skills. Specifically, in the areas of:
  General electronics, electromechanical systems, robotics, liquid handlers, computers, and associated networking components.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage customer expectations while providing outstanding customer service.
• Working knowledge of all technical support activities designed to achieve a world‑class customer experience.
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment, communicating relevant scientific data effectively in oral and written format, working in a timely manner to meet defined deadlines, and representing Bruker Spatial Biology effectively in the field.
• General understanding of IT and basic networking setup.
• Willingness and Availability to travel; overnight travel up to 50‑75% per month. Must possess a valid passport and be able to obtain visas to travel internationally.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 80‑100 lbs on an infrequent basis.
• Able to clearly communicate verbally and in writing in both English and the local language (if other than English).

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree with 3–5 years of relevant field service experience. Ideal Candidate would have 1–5 years of experience in FSE instrument repair and field work.
• Familiarity with fluorescence microscopy and robotic systems.
• General knowledge of genetic analysis techniques (DNA microarrays, gene expression analysis, NGS/WGS, and quantitative PCR).
• Experience working in a QSR certified organization.

At Bruker, base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full‑time position is between $34.13 /hr ($71K) and $54.32 /hr ($113K) and provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Full‑time employees may also be eligible for a performance‑related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

Bruker is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre‑interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.