Agilent Technologies

Field Service Engineer - Pathology

Agilent Technologies$84K — $132K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in science (biochemistry, biotechnology, etc.) preferred; combinations of education and experience accepted.
  • 1-2+ years of experience with analytical instrumentation, specifically repair and maintenance.
  • Experience with Pathology handling equipment, particularly IHC instrumentation.
  • Background in Medical Diagnostics is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of service standards related to ISO 13485.
  • Strong problem-solving skills focused on system solutions.
  • Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.

Responsibilities

  • Install and optimize hardware, software, and networking products at customer sites.
  • Diagnose and resolve performance issues with instruments.
  • Perform on-site maintenance and repair services.
  • Advise customers on preventive maintenance and configurations.
  • Proactively address potential equipment or software issues.
  • Deliver integrated solutions including peripherals and applications software.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to provide customer solutions.

Benefits

  • Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
  • Remote work option available.
  • Eligibility for bonuses and stock options.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support employees.
Full Job Description
Job Description

You will be responsible for supporting our customers with on-site installation, preventive maintenance, and repair of Agilent Pathology and Genomics instruments.

Our product lines include hardware, software, networking products, and operating systems.
  • Installs and optimizes hardware/software/network products and configurations at customer sites.
  • Diagnoses and resolves product performance problems.
  • Performs maintenance and repair services.
  • Ensures customer satisfaction by advising customers on preventive maintenance and configurations, which may impact product performance.
  • Proactively responds to potential equipment or software issues to prevent unplanned interruption of customers' business.
  • Delivers (does not design) fully integrated solutions, which may include peripherals, communications, operating systems and applications software.
  • Serves as an internal resource on technical issues and manages product escalations Collaborates with Agilent teams such as Support, Sales, Marketing and R&D to provide solutions to customers.
  • May have knowledge of third-party products.
  • May deliver internal technical training and maintenance seminars and workshops for field engineers or customers.
  • May train other field engineers or customers.
  • May qualify leads.


Requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of identification, proof of certification to perform the work required, customer health and safety requirements, etc. Must be able to lift 60 lbs.

Territory Coverage
  • The ideal candidate will reside in the San Francisco CA metro area.
  • The position requires an active driver's license.
  • Company Vehicle Program: Vehicle mileage reimbursement is eligible for this territory.
  • Territory: Northern CA, covering southern CA, NV, UT, and the Pacific Northwest as needed.
  • Overnight Travel 50% and could include weekend work, overtime, and overnight travel, as needed.


Job Requirement:

Meet Agilent-approved customer/vendor credentialing requirements necessary to gain site access, unless prohibited by law. These requirements vary by customer/vendor and may include, but are not limited to, post-employment background checks, various forms of drug testing, vaccinations, fingerprinting, proof of valid identification, and/or adherence to customer-specific substance abuse programs. Your consent to participate in customer-requested screening is a requirement of this position.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, master's or other university-level degrees within the science field -- e.g. biochemistry, biotechnology or similar-- are highly preferred; may consider applicants with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • 1-2+ years of experience working with analytical instrumentation, ideally including repair, maintenance, and/or troubleshooting.
  • Experience or expertise with Pathology handling equipment specifically IHC instrumentation.
  • Experience in Medical Diagnostics would be ideal.
  • Familiarity with functioning within the service standards of ISO 13485.
  • Ability to solve high-impact problems related to product availability; typically, system/ solution-focused.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong customer relationship-building skills are essential.
  • Ability to travel 80% of the time.
  • A valid driver's license is required for this position.


Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least August 31, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted. In the US, this position is eligible for choice of company car or reimbursement for personal vehicle usage.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $40.80 - $63.75/hr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Travel Required:
100% of the Time

Shift:
Day

Duration:
No End Date

Job Function:
Services & Support

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied chemical markets. With more than 50 years of insight and innovation, Agilent instruments, software, services, solutions, and people provide trusted answers to customers' most challenging questions. The company generated revenue of $5.34 billion in fiscal 2020 and employs 16,600 people worldwide.
Learn more about Agilent Technologies
Size
17,400 employees
Market Cap
$44.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$810 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+8.9%
Revenue
$5.5 billion
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