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Thermo Fisher Scientific

Makes lab instruments, reagents and supplies

Field Service Engineer 2

Equipment Field ServicePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeRemote in South AfricaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Advanced Degree/Diploma, or a Bachelor's Degree plus two years of hands-on technical experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex instruments.
  • Preferred fields of study include Electronics, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
  • Additional relevant certifications are advantageous.
  • Strong electronics and mechanical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to diagnose issues down to the component level.
  • Compliance with ISO 13485 regulations.
  • Proven IT skills, networking understanding, and Linux proficiency.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and service management software.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and schematics.
  • A valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 50–75% within the assigned territory.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in various laboratory environments.
  • Proficiency in English is required; additional languages are beneficial.
  • Adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Ability to work independently, manage time and priorities, maintain composure under high demand, and respond to customer needs on short notice.
  • Experience documenting service activities and preparing detailed reports.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and demonstrated success in meeting customer satisfaction goals.

Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex analytical and scientific instruments.
  • Provide excellent customer service to customers across research, industrial, and healthcare settings.
  • Accurately maintain parts inventory, test equipment, tools, and technical data.
  • Train and support customers on equipment operation.
  • Promote and sell Global Service and Support services and products.

Desired Qualifications

  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) experience is preferred.

About the Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Makes lab instruments, reagents and supplies

Thermo Fisher Scientific makes and sells the instruments, chemicals, consumables and lab services that drug companies, hospitals, universities and industrial labs use for research, testing and production. Its products cover work from gene sequencing and protein analysis to diagnostic tests and lab freezers, and its distribution arm ships supplies to labs worldwide. Drug developers also hire it to run clinical trials and to manufacture medicines under contract. It earns money from consumables that labs buy again and again, along with instrument sales, service contracts and outsourcing fees. The company traces its roots to Thermo Electron, founded in 1956, which merged with Fisher Scientific in 2006, and it is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Waltham, MA
Founded
1956

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