Metallography & Analytical Systems Service Engineer

LECO

Dallas (TX)

Remote

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Job summary

LECO, a leader in laboratory instrumentation, is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana with regular field travel. This is a full-time remote, salaried position with a $5,000 signing bonus, ideally based near Dallas, TX.

You will perform preventive maintenance, install new systems, and train customers, all while adhering to LECO's ISO standards. Structured training will be provided, with nationwide shadowing and annual headquarters sessions.

Qualifications

Two-year technical degree or trade school, or military technical training.
Prior military with technical training preferred.
Equivalent work experience or training in a technical field.
Must be authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on analytical and metallographic instrumentation.
Installation of new systems plus deployment of updates and upgrade kits.
Customer training covering instrument theory, operation, software, and maintenance best practices.
Execution of all service activities in compliance with LECO's ISO accreditation.

Skills

Field service experience

Mechanical proficiency

AC/DC electronics

Electrical/Electronic systems

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Two Year Technical Degree or Trade School

Prior Military with technical training

Equivalent work experience or training in a technical field

Job description

Status: Full-time, remote, salaried

Grow Your Field Career with a Leader in Laboratory Instrumentation

LECO has been advancing laboratory technology for 90+ years. From our headquarters in St. Joseph, Michigan, this family-owned company serves customers across the globe with precision instruments and a culture grounded in trust, stability, and loyalty.

Role Highlights

Status: Full-time, remote, salaried
Travel: Routine field travel with up to four overnight hotel stays Monday-Friday, depending on workload
Territory: Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana as a primary focus; nearby regions as needed
Location: Ideal home base near Dallas, TX
Bonus: $5,000 signing bonus

What You'll Tackle

Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on analytical and metallographic instrumentation.
Installation of new systems plus deployment of updates and upgrade kits.
Customer training covering instrument theory, operation, software, and maintenance best practices.
Execution of all service activities in compliance with LECO's ISO accreditation.

How You'll Develop

3-5 months of structured instrumentation training at LECO (St. Joseph, MI).
On-the-job shadowing with seasoned field service engineers nationwide.
Annual service training at headquarters to keep skills current.

What You'll Bring

Clear written and verbal communication; self-driven work style.
Professional conduct and strict adherence to customer site and safety policies.
Strong organizational habits and attention to detail.
Comfort traveling frequently, including up to four overnights per week.
Valid driver's license with a clean record; personal credit card or ability to obtain one.
Mechanical proficiency; experience with AC/DC electronics or a demonstrated ability to learn.
Chemistry knowledge or military experience preferred but not mandatory.

Education/Certifications