Field Services Engineer

Cognizant; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays + Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is hiring an Onsite Field Services Technician in Raritan, NJ. This onsite role provides hands-on support for manufacturing and office IT systems, incident resolution, and preventive maintenance to ensure reliable technology operations on the plant floor and in the office.

The role requires 2–5 years of field support experience, Windows expertise, and familiarity with NetBackup and Rubrik. Occasional off-hours may be needed; site presence is required.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, engineering or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of onsite or field tech support, preferably in manufacturing.
• Windows-based system experience; basic Linux exposure.
• GxP environment experience.
• Knowledge of NetBackup & Rubrik.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support for manufacturing and office IT systems (desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, RF guns, MLL PCs).
• Execute incident and request fulfillment, diagnose, troubleshoot, resolve, escalate per SLAs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and lifecycle tasks (TLM) including equipment replacements.
• Assist with AD, Network, NAS integration and site security/compliance processes.
• Assist with incident management and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Deliver application support by coordinating with owners and validating fixes at site level.
• Participate in local project execution (installations, upgrades, migrations, testing).
• Perform field services (IMAC, break/fix, spares handling, vendor coordination).
• Maintain IT infrastructure knowledge (wired/wireless, printers, RF devices, servers, storage).
• Keep tickets, asset records, and knowledge docs updated in TS systems.

Skills

Network+

ITIL Foundation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Education

Information Technology / CS / Engineering degree

Tools

NetBackup

Rubrik

Job description

Role: Field Services Technician

Location: Raritan, NJ (onsite 5 days a week)

Role Summary

The Onsite Technician is a key Technology Services (TS) resource responsible for providing hands-on, on-site technical support to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient technology operations that enable manufacturing, lab or distribution center activities. This role focuses on day-to-day operational support, incident resolution, preventative maintenance, and execution of standard field services across applications, infrastructure, and end-user technology. The technician works closely with the Site Delivery Leader, Engineering, and the Site Support Team to meet SLAs, maintain audit readiness, and support continuous service improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support for manufacturing and office IT systems, including desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, RF guns, MLL PCs, and other site-standard devices
• Execute incident and request fulfillment activities, including diagnosis, troubleshooting, resolution, and escalation in line with defined SLAs and procedures
• Support Reliability / Total Lifecycle Management (TLM) activities by performing preventative maintenance, equipment replacements, and lifecycle refresh tasks as scheduled
• IT Equipment integration with AD, Network, NAS.
• Assist with incident management and root cause analysis (RCA) by collecting data, performing first-level troubleshooting, and implementing corrective actions
• Deliver application support by resolving common issues, coordinating with application owners for complex problems, and validating fixes at the site level
• Participate in local project execution, including installations, upgrades, migrations, testing, and post-implementation support
• Perform field services activities, including IMAC (Install, Move, Add, Change), hardware break/fix, spares handling, and vendor coordination
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure including wired and wireless network connectivity, printers, scanners, RF devices, servers, and storage
• Maintain accurate ticket updates, asset records, and knowledge documentation in approved TS systems
• Follow all security, compliance, validation, and change management processes

Networking Knowledge & Responsibilities

• Provide first-level network support for site connectivity issues
• Understand and troubleshoot network fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Ethernet, wireless networking, and basic routing and switching
• Assist with switch port activations, cable tracing, and device connectivity validation
• Coordinate with centralized network teams for escalations
• Network + Certified preferred or equivalent hands-on networking experience

Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of experience in onsite or field technical support, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with Windows-based systems; basic Linux exposure preferred
• Must have GxP environment experience
• Knowledge of NetBackup & Rubrik
• Working knowledge of ITSM tools and endpoint management
• Experience supporting RF devices, scanners, printers, and shop floor PCs

Desired Certifications & Skills

• Network+ certification preferred
• ITIL Foundation certification preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Other

• Occasional off-hours or weekend support may be required for incidents or planned maintenance
• Regular onsite presence, including time on the plant floor, is required

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $65,000- $72,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.