Field Support Engineer

Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 39,523 - 52,693; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Time off

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Field Support Engineer to provide on-site installation, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of ATE power measurement systems at customer sites across the US.

You will learn and support PowerPro, BatteryPro and Captivate software and train customers on proper usage. Travel up to 60% domestically and internationally; strong problem-solving, communication and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of technical schooling in electricity/electronics OR five years or more experience in AC power electronics/battery test solutions
• Four-year degree in Electronic Technology or Electrical Engineering considered equivalent
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site installation, calibration, troubleshooting and repairing of ATE power measurement systems at customer locations
• Provide pre-sales technical support to articulate product functionality and features
• Maintain Product Demo room with operational equipment
• Conduct product demos/training at Chroma facilities or customer sites
• Resolve customer issues within prescribed resolution time or escalate as needed
• Travel domestically and/or internationally up to 60%
• Read schematics and apply electronic theory to diagnose issues
• Become proficient with PowerPro, BatteryPro, Soft Panel and Captivate software
• Continuously review processes for improvements
• Effective time management

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Customer support

MS Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Travel up to 60%

Home office

PowerPro/BatteryPro

LabVIEW

Mandarin

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Technology or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PowerPro

BatteryPro

Captivate

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Field Support Engineer

Department

Service Support

Reports To

Field Support Manager

Employee Type

Full-Time / Non-Exempt

Location

336 Los Coches St., Milpitas, CA 95035

Salary

Commensurate with relevant and previous experience

Pay Range

$28.69/hr – $38.25/hr

General Job Description

Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of power testing instruments and systems including programmable AC Power Source and DC Power Supplies, AC loads and DC Electronic Loads, Digital Power Meters and Automated Testing Systems for applications in LED Lighting, Led Drivers, Aerospace, Defense, Military, Automotive, Medical, Battery, Solar, Marine, and Regulatory Testing. We’re looking for a well‑rounded The Field Support Engineer (FSE) is responsible to provide world class on‑site assistance to our customers with installation, calibration, troubleshooting and repairing of ATE power measurement systems. The FSE will be responsible to resolve customer issues assigned to them via customer requests for technical assistance within the prescribed resolution time or escalating it when all ideas are exhausted. The FSE will need to learn and understand Chroma PowerPro, BatteryPro and Captivate software packages to the level of being able to diagnose and resolve problems and to train customers on proper usage. Activities are to be accomplished per management directives and in compliance with Chroma USA policies and procedures. If you are looking for your next opportunity where you can partner with different key roles to continue moving the electrical sector forward, this may be the position for you!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide on‑site installation, calibration, troubleshooting and repairing of ATE power measurement systems, Battery Test Systems and instruments at customer locations
• Provide pre‑sales technical support to articulate product functionality and features
• Maintain Product Demo room with operational equipment.
• Conduct product demos / training at Chroma, Customer facilities or online.
• Resolve customer issues assigned to them via customer requests for technical assistance within the prescribed resolution time or escalating it when all ideas are exhausted.
• Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 60%. Weekend travel will be required as necessary
• Read schematics, apply electronic theory to customer issues involving Chroma AC power test instruments duplicating customer setups to assess issue
• Diligent in solving and following up on customer issues
• Become proficient with PowerPro, BatteryPro, Soft Panel and Captivate software
• Continuous review of process for improvements
• Effective time management

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of formal technical school in electricity/electronics AND Five years or more experience in use of AC power electronics / Battery Test Solutions OR Four‑year degree in Electronic Technology or Electrical Engineering
• Capacity to work under tight or shifting deadlines and adhere to procedures
• Solid electrical knowledge to be able to understand industry requirements
• Logical approach to problem solving
• Professional level verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to work out of a home office
• Field Service experience in a technical discipline is a plus
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, or a Permanent Resident
• Knowledge of PowerPro or Battery Pro software is a plus
• Knowledge of LabVIEW environment is a plus
• Perfer someone who speaks Madarin

Supervisory Responsibilities

This is a non‑supervisory position

Physical Demands

General office skills and dexterity are required. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.

Company Benefits

• Bonus programs based on individual and company performance
• Vacation, sick, bereavement time
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents
• Life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, and employee wellness programs
• 401(k) retirement accounts with immediate vesting of company contributions
• Profit sharing programs

Working Conditions

Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, marriage or veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.