Field Engineering Specialist - Birmingham, AL

Roche; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche Support Network is seeking a Field Engineering Specialist to provide on-site technical repair and service for Roche product lines within the assigned territory. This field-based role requires up to 25% overnight travel, and the successful candidate will diagnose and resolve mechanical, hardware, software, and system failures while documenting activities for quality improvement.

The position requires a high school diploma with technical training or an equivalent degree and relevant

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2 years of technical school or equivalent military training or equivalent work experience.
• 5 years of progressive experience repairing or servicing mechanical/system hardware and software, or networking/wireless networking OR a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or related field plus 1-2 years of progressive experience repairing or servicing complex mechanical/system hardware and software, or networking/wireless networking.
• Successfully training or certification as defined by RD Services Leadership and policy.
• Ability to travel, including some overnight travel, is required.

Responsibilities

• Showcase your expertise in technical repair for Roche assigned product lines.
• Offer valuable service to laboratory customers in your assigned territory.
• Provide routine technical support, on-site service and repair of Roche products.
• Serve as a customer contact for technical and service-related issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hardware, software, and system failures.
• Document all activities, contribute to quality improvement, and focus on maximizing customer satisfaction.

Education

High school diploma and technical training or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or related field + 1-2 years experience

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Roche Support Network offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about problem solving. As a research-focused healthcare company, Roche is dedicated to discovering, developing, and providing innovative diagnostics and therapeutic products. With a commitment to employee development and a work environment that values respect and empowerment, Roche offers exciting career prospects for those seeking to make a significant impact on patient care.

This role offers the opportunity to support our Donor Screening business, which plays a critical role in detecting antibodies and antigens to aid in diagnosing infections, ensuring blood safety, and monitoring immune responses.

The Opportunity:

Roche Support Network is dedicated to providing exceptional support to customers. As a Field Engineering Specialist you will:

• Showcase your expertise in technical repair for Roche assigned product lines.

• Offer valuable service to laboratory customers in your assigned territory.

• Provide routine technical support, on-site service and repair of Roche products.

• Serve as a customer contact for technical and service-related issues and perform preventative maintenance.

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hardware, software, and system failures.

• Document all activities, contribute to quality improvement, and focus on maximizing customer satisfaction.

This field-based role requires up to 25% overnight travel. This person will support Birmingham, AL (Ideal candidate to live in Birmingham, AL)

Who You Are:

• High school diploma and 2 years of technical school or equivalent military training or equivalent work experience

• 5 years of progressive experience repairing or servicing mechanical/system hardware and software, or networking/wireless networking OR a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or related field plus 1-2 years of progressive experience repairing or servicing complex mechanical/system hardware and software, or networking/wireless networking

• Successfully training or certification as defined by RD Services Leadership and policy

• Ability to travel, including some overnight travel, is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus 4+ years of progressive experience are required.

• Advanced knowledge of electronics, electro-mechanical systems, information technology, and basic chemistry.

• The ability to serve as an internal technical resource, provide support after hours and on weekends/holidays, and maintain strong customer relationships is essential.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Alabama is 71,100.00 - 132,000.00 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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