Field Service Technician - Milpitas, CA

Rohde & Schwarz; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ROHDE & SCHWARZ GmbH & Co. KG in Milpitas, CA is seeking a service engineer responsible for on-site or in-house calibration and repair of equipment to meet high performance standards.

You will diagnose malfunctions, prepare detailed logs and reports, mentor technicians, coordinate daily workload, and ensure customer satisfaction through clear communication and timely delivery. This role requires collaboration with management and support teams to optimize workflows and maintain Rohde & Schwarz

Qualifications

• Calibrate and repair equipment to meet high performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate on-site or in-house and repair equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Prepare and maintain detailed daily logs and reports.

Job description

• Conduct on-site or in-house calibration and repair of equipment to ensure it meets Rohde & Schwarz’ high standards of performance
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform repairs
• Responsible for evaluation and completion of complex data reports
• Represent the company in a customer support role and be responsible for customer’s satisfaction with equipment and servicing
• Accurately prepare daily logs and reports of work performed, including hours spent and inventory used for each assignment
• Assigned projects are moderately complex, requiring some independent action
• Effectively communicate with customers in a professional business environment
• Coordinate and prioritize daily workload to ensure optimal throughput and on-time delivery
• Lead daily stand-up meetings and provide direction on priorities
• Monitor workflow, backlog, and past-due jobs to maintain service performance
• Coordinate campaign scheduling and complex job structures
• Serve as liaison between service operations, management, and support functions
• Provide technical guidance and escalation support for complex repairs and calibrations
• Mentor and support technicians in troubleshooting and best practices
• Ensure compliance with Rohde & Schwarz technical and quality standards
• Support onboarding and technical training initiatives
• Identify workflow bottlenecks and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist management by providing performance and workload feedback