Field Service Engineer

ThermoFisher Scientific; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, maintain, and repair a range of high-value analytical instruments. You will deliver technical service on-site, build strong customer relationships, and support customers in achieving critical research breakthroughs.

Ideal candidates have a strong electronics/mechanical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to read technical diagrams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; no prior experience required; experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing sophisticated analytical instruments preferred
• Field of study: Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Biomedical) or related scientific field
• Advanced degrees or specialized certifications are a plus
• Strong electronics and mechanical aptitude with ability to diagnose issues down to component level
• Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Fluency in English required; additional language skills welcome
• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems, MS Office, and service management software
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics and documentation
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 50-75%
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Experience with ultra-high vacuum systems and high voltage equipment preferred
• Availability to work flexible hours and respond to emergency service calls
• Must be able to obtain necessary credentials to access customer facilities
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair a diverse range of high-value analytical instruments.
• Deliver exceptional technical service while building strong customer relationships.
• Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific in a professional manner on-site at customer locations.
• Assist customers in achieving breakthroughs that advance research and safety

Skills

Electronics aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Reading schematics

Windows OS

MS Office

Service management software

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Biomedical)

Advanced degrees or specialized certifications

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Service management software

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION

Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Field Service Engineer, where you'll contribute by ensuring our sophisticated scientific instruments operate at peak performance. In this role, you'll represent our company, delivering exceptional technical service while building strong relationships with customers who are advancing critical research and innovation. You'll install, maintain, and repair a diverse range of high-value analytical instruments. You'll combine technical expertise with customer service skills to solve complex problems and help our customers achieve breakthrough discoveries that make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree, no prior experience required. Experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing sophisticated analytical instruments preferred
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Biomedical) or related scientific field
• Advanced degrees or specialized certifications are a plus
• Strong electronics and mechanical aptitude with ability to diagnose issues down to component level
• Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Fluency in English required; additional language skills welcome
• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems, MS Office, and service management software
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics and documentation
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 50-75%
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Experience with ultra-high vacuum systems and high voltage equipment preferred
• Availability to work flexible hours and respond to emergency service calls
• Must be able to obtain necessary credentials to access customer facilities
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work independently

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.