Field Service Engineer

Hamilton Storage Technologies

Des Moines, IA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Automation, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Clinical Research, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Distribution Channel, Documentation, English Language, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Government, Identify Issues, Insurance, Laboratory, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Techniques, Large-Scale Systems, Maintenance - Electrical, Marketing, Mentoring, On Site Support, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Robotics, Sales, Scalable System Development, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Des Moines, IA
POSTED
2 days ago

Company OverviewHamilton Storage provides automation solutions to customers in life science and clinical research. The company develops modular, scalable systems that automate sample storage, management, and processing. Hamilton provides all the benefits of advanced automation without the complexity associated with installing, operating, and maintaining large-scale custom systems. Acquired in 2007, Hamilton Storage is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, USA with R&D facilities co‑existing in both Franklin, MA and Bonaduz, Switzerland. The decentralized R&D organization benefits both production and marketing and allows Hamilton to stay close to the local markets and respond quickly to market needs.ResponsibilitiesHamilton Storage is a leading developer and manufacturer of products that service the Pharmaceutical, Research, and Agricultural industries. Our customers range from renowned academic institutions and government laboratories to the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and clinical research organizations. With operations in Franklin, Massachusetts and Ems, Switzerland, we sell and service our products through a combination of direct and distribution channels to customers around the world.A career with Hamilton Storage ("HST") is an experience where our employees are energized and are aligned to provide the best in class cold storage automation as well as automated bench top devices. Hamilton Storage, the subsidiary of Hamilton Robotics, is an innovative manufacturer and distributor of robotic freezers and benchtop devices to support laboratory automation. We are seeking a Field Service Engineer III in the Northeast based near a major airport.QualificationsThe OpportunityThe Field Service Engineer is a position based out of Des Moines, IA and will be responsible for all Field Service activities servicing Hamilton Storage instruments.The FSE shall identify, analyze, and repair field failures. On a typical day, the Engineer, Field Service:Configures, troubleshoots, and maintains products and equipmentIdentifies, analyzes, and repairs product failures.Has solid knowledge of the organization's products and servicesProvides onsite and remote technical support to our customersThe Role:Provides remote support via phone, e-mail, and computerProvides on-site field service, repairs, and quality checksTroubleshoots electrical to the circuit board levelTroubleshoots mechanical to the component levelBuilds strong professional working relationships with customers and companiesFollows laboratory safety practices as defined by the Company and/or the customers' site safety codeResponsible for learning, knowing, and adhering to department and company standards and proceduresClearly and accurately completes documentation on time by utilizing D365 to write Service Reports, RMAs, and Postproduction ComplaintsShares knowledge with others using provided forum applications.Mentors new FSEs by joining them in the field following initial training sessions to build skillsets and professional confidence.25% day travel within local area and Mid-west travel up to 50% outside local area.Education/ExperienceEssential Skills & ExperienceA high level of self-motivation to assist customers and service people to overcome any problems that they may have which relate to our instruments in a timely mannerExpert in automationExcellent communication skills, which are appropriate for a customer-facing roleHardworking and enthusiastic with exceptional attention to detailMake decisions and act for customers based on knowledge and experienceCapable of working under pressure without compromiseCapable of working independently and in a teamMust be able to travel and be flexible subject to Business requirementsPosition requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involve sitting most of the timeWillingness to work additional hours and the flexibility to work overtime as and when requiredEducation and Experience or Equivalent2 + years of field service experience. Experience in the Biomedical field is an advantage.A.S. or B.S. in engineering or similar discipline, or equivalent experience as determined by department managerExperience in automation, robotics, or similar fields, is essential.Experience working with customers in the life science/clinical/pharmaceutical field would be an advantageBeing fluent in English is required.About HamiltonAdditional InformationDiverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projectsTremendous opportunities for professional growthCommitment to sustainable designCompetitive compensationExcellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and moreDrug‑free workplaceIt is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age 40 and over, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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