Field Engineer I​/Northern Virginia

Overview

Quidel Ortho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

Role:
Field Engineer I in Central/Northern Virginia. This is a field-based position that offers a company car, gas card, cell phone and laptop, with all vehicle maintenance covered by Quidel Ortho. The field-based position covers customers throughout the Central and Northern Virginia area.

• Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify electromechanical equipment, preferably in the field.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and systems issues; determine technical solutions in accordance with product and customer specifications; communicate recommendations to company or customer representatives.
• Conduct technical analysis of product implementations, modifications, and enhancements to align with customer specifications.
• Assess customer needs and recommend solutions in line with product specifications.
• Provide technical training and product briefings with customers, vendors and company representatives as needed.
• Act as local on-site representative to the customer’s organization.
• Manage territory responsibilities including preventive maintenance and upgrades (software and hardware).
• Provide service support in hospital/clinic laboratory environments.
• Responsible for parts management, online training, and administrative expense reporting.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Minimum of an Associate's degree in Electronics or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent 4 years of military or field service experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 4 years installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying electromechanical equipment, preferably in the field.
• Strong team player who is self-motivated and interacts effectively with peers, sales counterparts, and customers.
• Ability to organize and express ideas clearly, verbally and in writing, in individual or group settings.
• Extensive technical knowledge in electro-mechanical, chemistry, computer and related disciplines; capable of applying knowledge to job functions with competence.
• Ability to manage workload within deadlines.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs; valid driver’s license required.
• Travel:
  Ability to travel overnight 50-75% during training; after training, up to 75% travel with occasional overnight trips (1-2 nights/week).
• Not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.

• Experience with in Healthcare or Medical Device industry.

• Typical work hours with overtime in a field engineer environment; ability to work autonomously in a home office environment.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and own/maintain a vehicle suitable for travel to customer sites.
• Travel includes airplane, train, automobile, and overnights. On a typical workday, 80% in meetings with people, 20% on computer/paperwork/phone.
• Physical demands: close/distance/peripheral vision, depth perception; frequent hand use; standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching; occasionally kneeling, squatting, balancing; travel up to 75%.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000 and is bonus eligible. Quidel Ortho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time) and paid holidays. Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or terminated at the company’s discretion.

Quidel Ortho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for positions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Quidel Ortho provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so they can perform the duties.

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