Field Calibration Engineer - Southern CA

Vaisala; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaisala is seeking a Field Calibration Engineer for the Southern California region, responsible for conducting calibrations and providing comprehensive field support to customers. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree, relevant experience, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction while demonstrating travel flexibility.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical field and 2+ years experience.
• Knowledge of low voltage analog signal wiring.
• Current U.S. Passport with willingness to travel up to 75-80%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite Single/Multi Point calibrations.
• Document instrumentation service work performed.
• Provide instrumentation training to customers.

Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Field Calibration Engineer - Southern CA

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We are searching for a talented and motivated Field Calibration Engineer in Southern California region to join our Industrial Measurements team to perform Calibrations at our customer sites throughout the US and Canada. This position may also be called on to support onsite installations. GAMP knowledge and experience with electronic records in the pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing industries (FDA 21 CFR Part 11) is extremely valuable.

The successful candidate should reside within 1 hour driving distance from a major airport. This position is considered a remote position. Preference will be given to candidates that live in the following areas:

• Southern California
• Oceanside

What will I be doing in this role?

• Conduct onsite Single/Multi Point calibrations
• Provide instrumentation service/support both by phone and/or on site.
• Troubleshooting, configuration, and documentation of calibrations performed.
• Provide instrumentation training to customers.
• Accurately document instrumentation service work performed.
• Plan and schedule work with clients.
• Plan and book own travel and complete expense reports in a timely manner.
• Manage workload to maintain effectiveness and productivity.

We’re looking for people who have:

• Associates degree in a technical field and 2 or more years of experience in a technicalprofessional role.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of low voltage analog signal wiring and basic circuit diagnostics
• Experience with and commitment to on time completion of expense and service reports
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Strong problem solving, communication and organizational skills with a penchant for quality andattention to detail.
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO 17025
• Current U.S. Passport and willingness to travel up to 75-80% annually
• Ability to work at elevation, confined spaces, and in cold environments
• Solid customer service background with a passion for excellence in satisfaction
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Knowledge and Experience:

• Metrology
• Certified training in either metrology, computers, or electronics
• Experience working with FDA regulated customers

ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $85,000 - $95,000 base salary. Salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package which is outlined below.Please note that applications sent via email cannot be processed due to privacy reasons. The recruitment processconsists of 2 or 3 meetings, including a discussion with the team members.

Ready to take every measure for the planet?Apply at the latest on June30th, 2025via the application form.

Profile description:

Our Vaisala solutions contribute to societies and people’s lives in over 150 countries – and can even be found in space. With our technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental and industrial conditions, we have a key role in solving the grand social and environmental challenges of our time. We offer you a career with a clear purpose and a chance to create observations for a better world. We take pride in being pioneers who strive to bring about positive changes in both the society and environment, and our work is not done yet. Take advantage of this opportunity and join our team to make a difference!

What we offer:

Our benefits package includes: health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company paid life, long and short term disability, 401(K) plan with company match, a variety of voluntary benefits programs, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer holiday pay and a generous paid time off plan.

To be considered for this position you must currently be eligible to work in the U.S. Vaisala participates in the E-Verify employment verification system. Candidates are subject to a complete background check prior to an offer being extended.As a federal contractor, Vaisala reserves the right to enforce government mandated vaccination requirements for its employees.

EOE V/D

Vaisala is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. As a government contractor, Vaisala complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act), which is a law that prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment against individuals with disabilities and requires employers take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain these individuals.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please contact Human Resources by phone at 303-499-1701 or by email at [e-mail]. Please note that you can easily submit application by attaching your LinkedIn profile in the recruitment tool (LinkedIn Apply functionality).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service, Engineering, and Product Management

• Industries

  Consumer Services, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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