AR Engineer & Polycold

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years? Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the ever changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.

We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

The AR Systems Engineer provides electrical, mechanical and refrigeration support for AR and Rx manufacturing systems across ZEISS and customer environments. The role combines AR system expertise with Polycold refrigeration servicing to ensure uptime, performance and safe operation. A key focus is building internal Polycold service capability while reducing reliance on external vendors.

• AR Systems – Technical Service & Field Engineering Provide remote and onsite technical support for AR / HC equipment Diagnose electrical, mechanical and process issues Perform preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance Install, commission, calibrate and validate equipment Interpret schematics and technical documentation Assess equipment performance and support improvements Deliver training to customer teams.
• Polycold / Refrigeration Service & Support Service and troubleshoot Polycold refrigeration systems Perform diagnostics including pressure analysis and leak detection Conduct evacuation, charging and refrigerant regassing Ensure compliance with refrigerant handling regulations Maintain contamination control and system cleanliness Support Level 1 service activities and procedures Ensure tools, spare parts and refrigerant availability.
• General Service Delivery Own technical issues through to resolution Maintain service reports and documentation Ensure compliance with ZEISS and customer safety standards Identify performance improvement opportunities Collaborate with internal teams Travel as required (50-80%) Support training and knowledge transfer Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Provide broader technical support as required.
• Equipment Used Electrical and mechanical service tools Refrigeration service equipment (gauges, vacuum pumps, charging systems) Diagnostic and measurement equipment Standard computing tools.

• Degree or trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical or Refrigeration or equivalent experience.
• Certification for safe handling of refrigerants and regassing.
• 5 years servicing, troubleshooting & maintenance of refrigeration equipment in industrial environments.
• 2 years experience with Polycold systems preferred.
• 2 years experience with AR coating systems preferred.

• Medical, Vision, Dental.
• 401k Matching.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Vacation and Sick Pay.
• The list goes on!
• Performance Bonus.
• ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

This is a full-time position.

ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer.

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition,…