Field Service Engineer – Chicago, Illinois and surrounding suburbs

BD; United States; Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

On-site team collaboration

Job summary

The Field Service Engineer for BD Pyxis Dispensing Devices is responsible for field service support across a territory, including installations, maintenance, calibration, and remote troubleshooting. Travel to customer sites as needed; a company vehicle is provided.

Ideal candidates live within 30 miles of base, hold a valid driver’s license, and may travel up to 5% overnight. Immunizations are required to ensure access to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Healthcare Technology or related technical field, or 5-7 years of equivalent work experience.
• Must possess CompTIA A+ Certification and Customer Support Certification.
• Position requires 24x7 on-call availability and ability to lift 70 pounds.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, computer proficiency, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and immunization requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for BD Pyxis systems, remote troubleshooting and on-site service.
• Perform preventive maintenance, installations, repairs, calibrations, and training.
• Maintain documentation of service activities and secure company assets.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting for hardware and software; escalate when needed.
• Engage in ongoing product training and compliance procedures.

Skills

On-call availability

Driver's license

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Healthcare Technology or related field

Tools

CompTIA A+ Certification

Customer Support Certification

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Summary:

The Field Service Engineer for BD Pyxis Dispensing Devices is accountable for independently providing efficient and effective field service support to all BD dispensing customers within a given territory in a timely manner, including, but not limited to service and repair, preventative maintenance, calibration, installations, and limited cross-functional support for Sales and Implementation teams.

The Field Service Engineer is a remote field-based position with daily travel to our customer locations within the assigned territory. Ideal candidates will reside within a 30-mile radius of where the position is based. Company vehicle provided. 5% overnight travel possible and a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive technical support for BD Pyxis automated dispensing systems in healthcare facilities, including remote troubleshooting and on-site service, while managing work orders through diagnosis, resolution, documentation, and escalation when necessary.

• Execute preventive maintenance programs and deliver efficient field services including installations, repairs, calibrations, and customer training, while maintaining proper inventory of service parts according to company policies.

• Maintain detailed documentation of all service activities, expenses, and time distribution while properly securing and maintaining company assets such as vehicles, tools, and inventory.

• Demonstrate superior troubleshooting abilities for both hardware and software issues, with the capability to work independently while knowing when to engage team leadership for advanced problem resolution.

• Commit to ongoing professional development through continuous training on products and applications, attending approved seminars, and maintaining thorough knowledge of corporate procedures including customer complaint handling and Medical Device Reporting requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Healthcare Technology or related technical field, or 5-7 years of equivalent work experience, with demonstrated hardware/software/IT support experience for both proprietary and standard applications.

• Must possess CompTIA A+ Certification and Customer Support Certification, along with proven experience in computer electronics, Windows OS, networking, and medical/electromechanical device service and repair.

• Position requires 24x7 on-call availability in a customer-facing environment, ability to work with minimal supervision, and physical capability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds.

• Must demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, computer proficiency, excellent verbal/written communication skills, and effective time management, along with maintaining a valid driver’s license that meets BD’s auto safety standards.

• Must provide and maintain proof of comprehensive immunizations including Hepatitis B, Influenza, MMR, Varicella, annual TB/PPD testing, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis, and COVID-19 to ensure access to customer sites for performing essential job functions.

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior Automated Teller Machine (ATM) experience

• Prior military Bio-Med experience

• Prior customer support center experience/training

• Prior experience working as a hospital pharmacy technician or in a hospital Bio-Med environment

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

yer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&B

Additional Locations

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Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role’s specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range Information

$28.20 - $45.10 USD Hourly