Field Service Engineer

Job description

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Core Job Responsibilities

·  Provide system and assay technical support for Abbott Molecular customers. The essential job functions needed to perform this job include:
·  Lead and facilitate technical problem solving within the territory, by providing on demand front line field service support to customers.
·  Install and verify proper operation of instrument systems in a customer diagnostic laboratory setting.
·  Perform scheduled preventative maintenance interventions that include calibration, hardware or software upgrades, and verify work completed.
·  Deliver training to customers on aspects of systems (hardware) and assays.
·  Troubleshoot system and assay problems through telephone support, log file reading, or on-site customer visits.
·  Maintain a repair parts inventory and provide input on parts usage related to failures.
·  Active participation in Area and/or Global conference calls, service summits, expert meetings and workshops.
·  Maintaining and managing spare part inventory.
·  Create and maintain technical records and documents, using a call management system.
·  Provide feedback and communication to enhance technical service documents and bulletins that will be used by other field service personnel.

The candidate will use fundamental scientific and engineering skills to support systems and assays that are installed in customer sites, with an expected travel requirement of 50 - 70%.

Minimum Education

·  Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering, or related experience for 3 years or more.

Minimum Experience/Training Required

·  >3 years’ experience at troubleshooting electromechanical software controlled instrument systems, OR
>3 years’ experience working in a clinical diagnostic molecular laboratory using PCR techniques and automation.
·  Commercial experience is an advantage and credibility within the clinical diagnostics arena is important
·  Clear demonstration of consistent problem solving and troubleshooting ability.
·  Ability to operate laboratory instrumentation including pipettes, multi-meters, and data acquisition equipment.

Minimum Skills Required

·  Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting In-vitro Diagnostic Devices and human biological samples.
·  Achieving service excellence through technical abilities, with ability to meet and exceed customer expectations.
·  The individual in this position must be able to work well with others and demonstrate proper etiquette and communication skills in all situations. The individual needs to be adaptable to changing priorities and demands.
·  Candidates applying for this position should have skills and experience, which minimally meet the following requirements:
·  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
·  Attention to detail, and passion to strive for technical excellence.
·  Listen to the customer, understand each service support situation and provide a response that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
·  Have the ability to demonstrate proper etiquette and empathy for each customer interaction.
·  Ability to work with other internal Abbott cross-functional groups including field sales representatives and the management teams.
·  Ability to document work performed and be well organized.
·  Ability to understand and troubleshoot software based PC programs
·  Ability to use standard application software such as MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Access.

Quality, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

·  Attend regular departmental meetings with manager/supervisor to build in continuous feedback mechanisms.
·  Meet the requirements of ISO and Class A by complying with all relevant Quality policies and procedures to ensure the Quality objectives of the business are met.
·  Comply with all relevant company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and work practices with the intent of preventing or minimizing accidental exposures to self, colleagues and/or the environment. 

     

JOB FAMILY:

Field Services

     

DIVISION:

AMD Molecular

        

LOCATION:

India > Bangalore : Jigani Link Road

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 75 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)