Advanced Microscopy Field Service Engineer - Spain/Portugal

Evident Microscopy; España; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Evident Europe GmbH is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, maintain and repair high-end microscopy systems at customer sites across Spain and Portugal. You will ensure optimal system performance and customer satisfaction through proactive service delivery and technical expertise.

The role requires deep knowledge of confocal microscopes, electronics, optics, and a customer-facing mindset. Extensive travel, independent work, and collaboration with R&D and sales are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Mechatronics or related field
• 2–5+ years of field service experience with confocal microscopy or analytical instruments
• Strong knowledge of electronics and electromechanical systems
• Imaging systems and optics expertise
• Software system setup and ability to read schematics/manuals
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and customer-facing abilities
• Ability to work independently in remote environments and travel 70–80%
• Fluent Spanish and good English; Portuguese is a plus

Responsibilities

• Install and commission advanced microscopy systems at customer sites
• Perform preventive maintenance and system calibrations
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and software issues
• Troubleshoot complex system failures and implement corrective actions
• Upgrade and modify existing systems
• Provide technical support and training to customers
• Serve as primary technical contact for assigned accounts
• Maintain service documentation and reports
• Manage service schedules, parts inventory, and travel planning
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with R&D, technical support, and sales to resolve issues
• Support remote diagnostics and digital service tools
• Identify recurring issues and propose improvements
• Participate in technical training to stay current
• Share knowledge and best practices within the service org

Skills

Electronics and electromechanical

Imaging systems and optics

Software system setup

Read schematics and manuals

Troubleshooting hardware and software

Problem-solving and analytics

Communication and customer-facing

Independent work in remote environment

Travel willingness 70-80%

Spanish fluency

English proficiency

Portuguese (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Mechatronics

Job description

Evident Europe GmbH is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, maintain and repair high-end microscopy systems at customer sites across Spain and Portugal. You will ensure optimal system performance and customer satisfaction through proactive service delivery and technical expertise.

The role requires deep knowledge of confocal microscopes, electronics, optics, and a customer-facing mindset. Extensive travel, independent work, and collaboration with R&D and sales are essential to success.