Field Service Engineer- Chemspeed

Bruker; California; Remote; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, 401(k)

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Bruker Chemspeed is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, commission, and maintain complex automation instrumentation at customer sites. This home-based role supports customers across California with substantial travel requirements up to 75%+ domestically and internationally.

You will diagnose issues and provide on-site support to ensure peak system performance. The role requires 3+ years in field service of scientific instruments, strong electromechanical skills, robotics, PLCs, and

Qualifications

• BS in a relevant science/engineering field with 3+ years' field service for scientific instrumentation.
• Experience with robotics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, and electrical schematics.
• Fluent English, strong customer focus, and ability to travel 75%+ domestically/internationally.

Responsibilities

• Perform installations, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs of automation and robotic systems at customer sites.
• Conduct on-site preventive maintenance, calibration, upgrades, and repairs to ensure system reliability.
• Diagnose technical problems with in-depth troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Assist colleagues with complex troubleshooting and system upgrades.
• Support FAT/SAT and customer trainings.
• Document service activities and maintain system configuration records.
• Collaborate with R&D/Engineering to improve designs and report field issues.
• Coordinate parts, tools, and installation planning.

Skills

Electromechanical systems

Robotics

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Data logging

Remote support

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics / Electrical Engineering / Chemistry

Tools

Python

C++

Ethernet/IP

PROFINET

Modbus

OPC-UA

Job description

Overview

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker's high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multi-omics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

Overview

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker's high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multi-omics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

Responsibilities

Please note this is a home based opportunity for candidates residing in California with national travel up to 80%. New opportunity for a Field Service Engineer with the Bruker Chemspeed Automation division to perform installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and application support for complex scientific automation instrumentation at customer sites. This position serves as the Bruker Chemspeed technical ambassador at various customer locations and collaborates with engineering, applications teams, sales, end‑users to ensure successful deployments and sustained service performance.

• Perform installations, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs of automation and robotic systems and accessories at customer sites.
• Perform on‑site preventive maintenance, calibration, qualification, upgrades, and repairs to ensure system reliability and uptime.
• Diagnose technical problems through in‑depth troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis to resolve mechanical, electrical, and basic software issues.
• Assist service colleagues with complex troubleshooting and system upgrades.
• Support factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
• Provide customer training, application support, and remote/on‑site assistance with system operation and maintenance.
• Document all service activities and maintain accurate system configuration records.
• Collaborate with internal technical teams to improve designs and report field issues.
• Support installation planning and logistics, including parts and tools preparation
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Production teams to upscale items and improve product performance.
• Identify customer needs and communicate feedback to internal teams.
• Assist with communication of service agreements, consumables, and system upgrades.
• Maintain readiness for travel and respond to routine or urgent service calls.
• Represent Bruker in a professional manner and build long‑term customer relationships.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Biotech, Biology or Chemistry discipline.
• Minimum 3 years Field Service Engineer work experience involving scientific instrumentation maintenance or technical support, robotics and automation in a laboratory environment.
• Technical & Engineering Skills : electromechanical systems; robotics; PLC programming and diagnostics; electrical schematics, and technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Software & Controls: automation software; Python, C+; working knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, OPC-UA); familiarity with system integration (hardware + software + instruments); data logging, diagnostics tools, and remote support systems.
• Scientific / Laboratory Automation : lab automation systems (liquid handling, sample prep, high-throughput systems); analytical instruments integration (HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, etc.); chemistry workflows (formulation, synthesis, analysis).
• Service & Field Engineering : hands‑on work experience with installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT; preventive maintenance planning and execution; root cause analysis and failure diagnostics; use of calibration tools and measurement instruments (multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque tools).
• IT & Systems : proficiency with Windows, CRM/service management systems for documentation and reporting.
• Commercial / Operational : proven ability to support service contracts and technical documentation; coordinate spare parts management and system upgrades; provide technical support for pre‑sales or post‑sales activities.
• Excellent customer focus with ability to reliably respond to inquiries, communicate and interact with Scientists.
• English fluency with strong oral, reading, written, MS Office, computer, technical data, and networking communication and presentation skills, with ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy to understand manner.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to work independently, prioritize, multi‑task, solve problems, follow through, and meet deadlines within an entrepreneurial and customer‑focused work environment.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete position compliance and training requirements.
• Attend and actively participate in quarterly scientific technical training programs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., transport equipment and tools in excess of 300 lbs.
• This position requires lifting heavy objects and maneuvering large bulky items.
• This position requires reasonable dexterity to perform manual functions in confined spaces.
• Proven ability to follow safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Valid Driver License in good standing, issued by resident state, with reliable transportation.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required.
• Maintain a valid passport with flexibility for extensive (75%+) domestic and international travel.
• May be required to pass security clearance investigation.

At Chemspeed the base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $78,000 and $113,000 and provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base salary for the role will depend on several job‑related factors, including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job‑related knowledge, and travel requirements for this position. Full‑time employees may also be eligible for a performance‑related incentive and benefits.

Chemspeed, a Bruker company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Chemspeed Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, and holidays.

Certain positions at Chemspeed require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre‑interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.