
On-Site Service Engineer
- Birmingham, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible for the Propel, Matrix, and Propel Plate Accelerator systems – running the systems, completing preventative maintenance and doing routine and emergency repairs.
- Executes Factory Acceptance Testing of automation equipment at Protedyne’s manufacturing site in Windsor, CT.
- Installs equipment at customer sites and conducts Site Acceptance Tests.
- Responsible for system upgrades, qualifications and testing.
- Responsible for the upkeep and accuracy of assigned inventory.
- Provides high level of customer support in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.
- Continuously improves knowledge and skills to increase proficiency on equipment.
- Routinely completes administrative paperwork such as but not limited to: Customer Feedback, Time Reports, Inventory Reports, Equipment Checklists, and Maintenance Checklists.
- Occasionally provides training for operators of equipment.
- 25% domestic travel required (mostly during 3-month training period)
- Provide weekend, holiday and after hours work.
- Perform other assigned duties as required.
- A.S. or B.S. degree in a technical field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Computer literacy required (Microsoft Excel, word, Outlook)
- Working knowledge of various troubleshooting/analysis tools. Proficient use of diagnostic instrumentation and equipment such as DVMs, Oscilloscopes, Micrometers, etc.
- Minimum of 3 years related field service experience with complex automation systems.
- Previous Field Service experience in medical or laboratory automation is a plus.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal and customer satisfaction skills.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
- Must possess excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills and demonstrate the ability to make sound judgments in the field.
- Ability to accurately diagnose issues as described by customers. Ability to triage calls and develop a best practices solution to keep systems in production.
- Ability to instruct customers in system operation and maintenance.
- The ability to maintain professional demeanor and sense of humor in demanding situations at customer site.
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy items (minimum 50 lbs) regularly such as inventory, tools, and instrumentation.
- Must be able to work independently and take ownership of on-site service responsibilities.