System Support Automation Specialist - COR

BD; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in Sparks Corner, MD is seeking a System Support Automation Specialist to join their Technical Service and Support Organization. Your role will be to provide technical advice and consultation to both internal and external customers, ensuring optimal performance of automation equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field and strong understanding of electronics, data analysis skills, and customer service experience. You will support laboratory systems and engage with global service teams to resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electro-mechanical devices.
• Proficient in performing software installations and upgrades.
• Knowledge of basic security concepts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prompt responses to customer inquiries.
• Provide remote diagnostics for laboratory systems.
• Conduct data-driven root cause investigations.

Skills

Electronics understanding

Customer service experience

Technical writing

Data analysis skills (SQL, Python)

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM related field

Tools

Statistical Analysis packages

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The System Support Automation Specialist is a member of the Technical Service and Support Organization, a dynamic and innovative department that endeavors to provide high-level technical advice, consultation, and troubleshooting for internal and external customers. This position is dedicated to utilizing scientific laboratory expertise to bring solutions to our customers and support products. This role is a key addition to an existing support team of professional engineers, now requiring additional support for an expanding install‑base. The team is responsible for providing customer support service for diagnostic automated Lab Automation equipment produced and sold by Diagnostic Solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prompt and thorough responses to inquiries from internal and external customers, primarily received via telephone and written communication.
• Provide remote diagnostics for innovative automated laboratory systems and instrumentation.
• Monitor lab automation instrumentation metrics daily, reporting statuses of product metrics and documenting issues within the quality complaint system.
• Conduct comprehensive, data-driven root cause investigations to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in complex automated laboratory systems, ensuring sustained performance and reliability for customers.
• Generate and maintain proper complaint documentation in compliance with FDA (21 CFR) and ISO requirements.
• Actively participate in internal and external meetings and conference calls, providing subject matter expertise, sharing insights, and contributing to strategic discussions and decision‑making processes.
• Collaborate with regional and global service teams to share knowledge and best practices for product support. Participate in Regional escalation team(s) as needed.
• Coordinate cross‑departmentally (e.g. Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Marketing, Sales, and Field Application personnel) to assure timely follow‑up and resolution of all technical inquiries and product issues.
• Supports the 24/7 Technical Service telephone line by providing emergency technical assistance during rotations of evening, weekend and holiday on‑call coverage.
• Promotes and ensures a culture of privacy and security related to PHI and HIPAA.
• Actively supports areas of empowerment and continuously improves the team processes to create a more efficient work environment.
• Upgrades systems to enable compatible software on all computers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a S.T.E.M related field
• Solid understanding of electronics and electro‑mechanical devices (Mechatronics), PLCs and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of PC/software/LIS/networking/database management knowledge.
• Proficiency with modern data analysis methods and tools (SQL, Python, Statistical Analysis packages).
• Customer service experience, ability to manage complex technical conversations via telephone.
• Technical writing experience.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, organization/ prioritization skills and a passion for providing superior service.
• Proficient PC skills (Microsoft Office package).
• Proficient in performing software installations and upgrades.
• Knowledge of basic security concepts and best practices.
• Experience working with computer networks and systems maintenance.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree, in an engineering discipline
• 1 to 4 years of recent service experience in the troubleshooting and repair of complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Experience servicing medical devices and equipment.
• Experience servicing robotics systems.
• Bilingual – English speaking plus additional foreign language.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.