Onsite Field Service Engineer 2 - Houston, TX

Illumina; Texas; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Illumina is seeking an Onsite Field Service Engineer 2 in Houston, TX to install, diagnose, and repair complex Illumina equipment at customer sites. You will monitor instrument performance, manage service tasks, and ensure high customer satisfaction while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2–6 years of relevant experience, with strong problem‑solving, communication, and planning abilities.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2–6 years of related experience; advanced degree acceptable.
• Experience servicing biotech instrumentation is preferred; strong problem‑solving skills essential.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with field optical alignments, robotics, electrical/electronics and mechanical systems.
• Technical knowledge of computer hardware, Windows OS, and networking.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex Illumina equipment onsite.
• Provide feedback to management and promote efficiency in daily operations.
• Maintain SFDC case management and document activities quality‑mindedly.
• Lead site meetings and report metrics on instrument performance and downtime.
• Coordinate with NSST and product support for sustaining engineering activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Verbal & written communications

Independent contributor

Team collaboration

Planning & prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Windows OS

Networking

Job description

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life‑changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world‑changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Responsibilities

The Onsite Field Service Engineer will provide daily on‑site support performing installation, upgrade, diagnoses, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and systems. Provides feedback to Manager and identifies opportunities to promote efficiency in day to day operations. The successful applicant will be part of an award‑winning customer support team that leads the industry in customer satisfaction. Delivers technical support to onsite sites utilizing experience performing installations, diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex Illumina instrumentation and systems. This role requires troubleshooting, communication, time management, situational awareness, poise under pressure, and collaboration. You will be expected to build and maintain strong relationships across in‑district Service and Support teams. Proficient at installation, repair and maintenance of Illumina platforms Troubleshoot a wide variety of complex customer reported problems Proactively monitor, schedule, and prioritize tasks to maximize instrument uptime and customer satisfaction Responsible for completing post repair/install validation runs as required on all platforms Manage all administrative tasks (SFDC case management) in a quality manner and within the established guidelines, making suggestions and changes when needed Independently manage account, build and help strengthen customer relationships Schedule and perform equipment upgrades and new installations Utilize and maintain up to date Service and training manuals, Field Service Bulletins, SOPs and facilitate remote connectivity to customer instrumentation. Responsible for escalating repairs as needed and primary point of contact for escalation related activities Running reports on instrument failures and using data to proactively service instruments in order to avoid costly downtime Lead regular meetings with site personal reporting out metrics related to instrument performance, downtime etc. Partner with NSST and product support for any ongoing sustaining engineering activities (product performance monitoring or product improvement efforts) Responsible for communicating and overseeing any rotational support locally or from other regions Resource to assist other Field Service Engineers in troubleshooting complex issues Provide additional onsite training/support to other Field Service Eingeers to further develop their skill sets Identify opportunities for gaining site efficiencies which will promote a decrease in mean time between repair and increase instrument uptime Ensure proper inventory levels of service parts and make changes as needed All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience. 2-6 years relevant experience or direct experience servicing our products Must be highly motivated and have problem‑solving ability Ability to operate as an independent contributor and as a cooperative member of a team Excellent verbal and written communications skills Biotechnology/Biomedical industry knowledge, or applicable military experience Familiarity with field optical alignments, robotics, electrical/electronics, and mechanical systems Technical knowledge of computer hardware, Windows OS, and networking Planning, scheduling, and prioritization skills

Compensation

The estimated base salary range for the Onsite Field Service Engineer 2 - Houston, TX role based in the United States of America is: $74,900 - $112,300. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package.

Benefits

• We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero‑net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.

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The potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all‑in on creating a better world – and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.

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