Field Service Engineer - LCMS

Agilent; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car program

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Agilent Technologies, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Field Service Engineer to install and optimize hardware, software, and network configurations at customer sites, diagnose performance issues, and perform maintenance and repairs.

The role requires extensive travel (up to 75%), a valid driver's license, and the ability to train others; the position offers a company car or mileage reimbursement option and a competitive pay range with bonus and stock eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or other university-level degrees within the science field -- e.g. chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology or similar highly preferred; may consider applicants with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• 4+ years of experience working with analytical instrumentation, ideally including repair, maintenance and/or troubleshooting
• Experience or expertise with Chromatography (LC) and Mass Spec (LCMS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer relationship-building skills are essential
• Ability to travel 75% of the time
• A valid driver's license is required for this position

Responsibilities

• Installs and optimizes hardware/software/network products and configurations at customer sites
• Diagnoses and resolves product performance problems
• Performs maintenance and repairs
• Ensures customer satisfaction by advising customers on preventive maintenance and configurations, which may impact product performance
• Proactively responds to potential equipment issues to prevent unplanned interruption of customers' business
• Deliver fully integrated solutions, which may include peripherals, communications, operating systems, and application software
• Train other field engineers and customers in the solution

Skills

Chromatography LC

Mass Spectrometry LC-MS

Analytical instrumentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Master's degree in science

Tools

Analytical instrumentation tools

Job description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic, and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to get the answers and insights they seek, so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com .

Every day, Agilent Field Service Engineers help our customers solve issues, enabling scientists to make discoveries that enhance quality of life. Through our work, we deliver insights and provide support that keep labs running smoothly and more efficiently. Join our dynamic organization to be a part of this rewarding work.

As a Field Service Engineer for Agilent, you will work at a variety of labs, so having an appetite for continuously learning about new instruments, software, and consumables is key. Applying your communication skills, creativity, and can-do attitude is essential. The ability to help with solving customer problems and a commitment to deliver the highest-levels of customer service is how you will build customer success.

Your Role:

• Installs and optimizes hardware/software/network products and configurations at customer sites
• Diagnoses and resolves product performance problems
• Performs maintenance and repairs
• Ensures customer satisfaction by advising customers on preventive maintenance and configurations, which may impact product performance
• Proactively responds to potential equipment issues to prevent unplanned interruption of customers' business
• Deliver fully integrated solutions, which may include peripherals, communications, operating systems, and application software
• Train other field engineers and customers in the solution

Territory Coverage

The ideal candidate will reside within the Chicago Metro Area . Note: No relocation is offered for this position at this time. The position requires an active driver's license. Company Vehicle Program: This territory offers either vehicle mileage reimbursement or a company car. Territory: IL, covering KY, WI, MI, and IN as needed.

Job Requirement:

Job Requirement: Meet Agilent approved customer/vendor credentialing requirements necessary to gain site access, unless prohibited by law. These requirements vary by customer/vendor and may include, but are not limited to: post-employment background checks, various forms of drug testing, vaccinations, fingerprinting, proof of valid identification, and/or adherence to customer-specific substance abuse programs. Your consent to participate in customer requested screening is a requirement of this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or other university-level degrees within the science field -- e.g. chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology or similar highly preferred; may consider applicants with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• 4+ years of experience working with analytical instrumentation, ideally including repair, maintenance and/or troubleshooting
• Experience or expertise with Chromatography (LC) and Mass Spec (LCMS)
• Ability to solve high-impact problems related to product availability; typically, system/ solution-focused
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer relationship-building skills are essential
• Ability to travel 75% of the time
• A valid driver's license is required for this position

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least October 28, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted. In the US, this position is eligible for choice of company car or reimbursement for personal vehicle usage.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $43.12 - $67.37/hr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancest