Field Service Engineer - EIMEA – France – Lyon area

Accuray; Puteaux; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Accuray EIMEA is seeking a Field Service Engineer based in the Lyon area, France, with a home-office setup. You will install, service, and maintain Accuray radiotherapy systems, perform diagnostics on site or remotely, and coordinate with hospitals.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, 2 years of field service experience, strong technical skills, and willingness to travel up to 50%. Fluency in the local language and English is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent by experience.
• 2 years hands-on Field Service experience in electronic/medical equipment preferred.
• Good hardware and software computer skills, including basic network knowledge.
• Ability to learn new software tools quickly and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and maintain Accuray products at clinical sites and hospitals.
• Perform remote and on-site diagnostics prior to repair services.
• Manage scheduling and urgent customer requests to ensure high satisfaction.
• Document work activities clearly in Service software and audit records.
• Train on-site personnel and support tool/test equipment development.

Skills

Self-management

Customer relations

Prioritization

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Give hope. Give health. Make your mark in the fight against cancer.At Accuray, we make a direct and powerful impact on the lives of cancer patients every day — helping them live longer, better lives. But our commitment to innovation offers a truly unique opportunity: the chance to change the fight against cancer — helping to develop, introduce and support new treatment delivery systems and software that will give new hope and new health to cancer patients and cancer survivors around the world.Accuray develops, manufactures and sells radiotherapy systems for alternative cancer treatments. Our radiation therapy for cancer makes treatment shorter, safer, personalized and more effective, ultimately enabling patients to live longer, better lives.Job DescriptionField Service Engineer - EIMEA – France – Lyon areaSUMMARY:Accuray EIMEA is searching for a Field Service Engineer, home-office based in Lyon area (France).The person in this position has front-line responsibility for installations, remote and on-site diagnostics prior to repair services as well as preventive maintenance visits on Accuray systems, primarily to Accuray customers located regionally but occasionally throughout all EIMEA Region.The successful candidate must have proven ability to diagnose and resolve problems on highly sophisticated software, electronic and mechanical robotic devices at clinical sites and major hospitals. Applicants must have the ability to work independently and have effective communication skills.Field Service engineers may also work hours other than a traditional daytime shift and may also work weekend days as part of their normal workdays with limited notice due to the emergent nature of service work. Regular work schedules are determined by a combination of Accuray’s service obligations and customer service needs and are subject to change as needs arise.Take note that work schedule is under \"Forfaits Jours\" french legislation and weekend are occasionally part of normal workdaysREPORTING TO/DEPARTMENT:Senior Territory Service Manager EIMEA – WESTESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:PRODUCT SUPPORTBuild customer relationships through your effective use of technical knowledge to install, service, and maintain Accuray products.Support is provided remotely, from the home office, and by regular on-site visits to hospitals.Solve a broad range of hardware and/or software problems of varying scope and complexity.Self-management of schedule and work priorities to ensure that urgent customer requirements are addressed swiftly, promoting the highest level of customer satisfaction through timely response, effective communications, professional appearance and efficient repair/maintenance activities.Accurate and clear documentation of work activities completed in Service software program, providing appropriate detailed audit records of the product service history.Appropriate care of parts inventory and prompt return of replaced parts to the stock.Timely completion of Timesheets and Expense reports in dedicated software program.Assist in the development of service documentation with the Customer Service team.Training of customer on-site personnel with respect to maintenance and service activities.Assist in identification and development of Field Support tools and test equipment.Engage in required product and quality training locally and/or abroad.Acquire a comprehensive understanding of and adhere to all internal policies and processes established by Accuray; apply these principles in day-to-day activities.Maintain company vehicles (if provided) in accordance with Accuray fleet vehicle policy, including safe operations, vehicle cleanliness and vehicle maintenance.PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTProvides feedback to Accuray Global Customer Service group based in USA for service-related product improvements that could improve Mean Time to Access (MTTA) and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), or improvements in mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).Assist in the development, documentation, and testing of service tools and design updates.Works effectively with other engineers, scientists, subcontractors, and consultants.Support project team activities, with attendance at team meetings, representation of Field Service requirements, and provision of documentation as required.SAFETYObserve Accuray Safety Program requirements and work practices.Help ensure that safety requirements and quality considerations are pro-actively addressed and implemented in the design of the product.Communicate with the Accuray corporate, or where possible directly address quality issues raised by customers, in a timely fashion.Supports the Accuray Quality System and Safety and Health Program by following procedures and mentoring others.Takes ownership of individual safety to maintain a safe work environment.The incumbent may be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the above-mentioned responsibilities as reasonably required by business needs.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Hold a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent by experience.Preferably 2 years’ hands-on experience in Field Service, installation and troubleshooting complex electronic equipment, ideally in medical care industry.Good H/W and S/W computer skills, including network knowledge. Ability to quickly learn to use new software tools.Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and discerning urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Demonstrates exceptional customer relations skills and a robust service-oriented approach.Be a self-starter and work without close supervision, be able to successfully schedule, organize and conduct field service activities in assigned territory.Ability to work efficiently with customers and colleagues in difficult and stressful situations.Represents our company in a positive, professional manner.Fluent reading, writing, and speaking in local language and English.Must be comfortable with extensive travel (up to 50% travel time), sometimes on short notice, and occasional after-hours support requirements.Must possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record.To qualify for this position, candidates must be able to furnish proof that they are authorized to work in the country they are applying on a permanent basis without sponsorship.EEO StatementAt Accuray, our commitment to patient-first outcomes drives an inclusive and collaborative work environment where the best ideas rise to the top — and everyone works to push them further. We value diversity in both the professional and personal backgrounds of our employees, as this variety adds rich energy to every team, every project and every work day. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin – including individuals with disabilities and veterans.