Roche

Senior Field Engineering Specialist - San Francisco Bay Area

Roche • $81K — $151K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma and 2 years of technical school/military training or equivalent experience.
  • 5 years of experience in repair/service of complex mechanical and software systems, or a relevant Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of experience.
  • Certification or training as required by Roche Services Leadership.
  • Willingness to travel, including overnight trips.
  • Preference for 8+ years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, and repair Roche Diagnostics equipment using advanced knowledge and industry practices.
  • Analyze and resolve complex problems, escalating when necessary.
  • Monitor and ensure optimal performance of customer equipment.
  • Provide second level technical support and guidance to team members.
  • Deliver on-site training and mentoring for Field Service Support Specialists.
  • Collaborate with the sales team for successful instrument placements and installations.
  • Manage customer expectations and maintain satisfaction with Roche products.

Benefits

  • Company car provided for the role.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Supportive work environment fostering mutual respect and empowerment.
Full Job Description
The Position

This is an exciting time to join the Roche Support Network in the Sequencing and Life Sciences division. If you are passionate about problem solving then this is the position for you! As a research-focused healthcare company, Roche discovers, develops and provides innovative diagnostics and therapeutic products and services that deliver significant benefits to patients and healthcare professionals - from early detection and prevention of diseases to diagnostics, treatment and treatment monitoring. 


Roche is a successful company that can offer exciting career opportunities. We encourage and support your development in areas of your interest which will prepare you for the next level in your career path. We know that people are responsible for our success and we value our employees. Our commitment is to create a work environment where feeling valued, respected, and empowered is a daily experience.


The Opportunity:


We are seeking a Senior Field Engineering Specialist to cover the San Francisco bay area, CA; some national travel may also be required.


  • Applies advanced knowledge and skills and industry acceptable practices and procedures to install, maintain, and repair Roche Diagnostics equipment.
  • Identifies and analyzes most complex problems and repairs where possible or escalates to higher level support tiers when repairs are not possible.
  • Monitors customer equipment performance.
  • Provides second level support within the region including phone support to team members in need of troubleshooting guidance and expertise.
  • Provides technical and customer service skill training and mentoring.  Travels with other Field Service Support Specialists to provide individualized on-site training and skill assessment.  Recommends areas for improvement (i.e. instrument knowledge, troubleshooting skills, customer relationship skills and priority management). 
  • Maintains a highly developed knowledge of specific products, platforms and functions as a lead when new products are launched.
  • Works closely with the sales organization to aid in instrument placements, ensuring successful installations and highly satisfied customers.
  • Responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction with Roche equipment and related products.
  • Demonstrates mastery in establishing and managing customer expectations regarding service provision.  Manages customer accounts at a level that promotes goodwill, confidence and credibility in order to exceed customer expectations in terms of product, service, and support quality. 
  • Promotes effective, positive, and productive communication among the team to ensure and maximize satisfaction of the customer base. Completes and documents all service related activities and is compliant to all company quality procedures and guidelines.



This is a field-based role - the territory is San Francisco bay area, CA.

Travel expectation: up to 70%.  Ideal candidate should reside in the San Francisco bay area, CA.


Who You Are:

  • High school diploma and 2 years of technical school or equivalent military training or equivalent work experience
  • 5 years of progressive experience repairing or servicing mechanical/system hardware and softwareor networking/wireless networking OR a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or related field plus 1-2 years of progressive experience repairing or servicing complex mechanical/system hardware and software, or networking/wireless networking
  • Successfully training or certification as defined by RD Services Leadership and policy
  • Ability to travel, including some overnight travel, is required

Preferred Requirements:

  • 8+ years of progressive experience or a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or related field plus 4+ years of progressive experience 
  • Advanced knowledge of electronics, electro-mechanical systems, and information technology
  • Ability to work after hours, provide weekend and holiday support as needed
  • Good written/verbal communication, organization and prioritization skills
  • Highly effective customer service skills, which includes a positive attitude, helpful customer interaction, and maintenance of ongoing customer relationships
  • Ability to train, mentor and serve as a resource to earlier in career team members
  • Advanced knowledge of basic chemistry

Additional Information:

  • Relocation benefits are not provided for this job posting
  • Company car is provided with this role



The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of San Francisco bay area, CA is 81,700.00 - 151,700.00 USD Annual.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.


 

About Roche

Roche Holding AG is a Swiss multinational healthcare company that operates worldwide under two divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. Its holding company, Roche Holding AG, has bearer shares listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The company headquarters are located in Basel. Roche is the largest pharmaceutical company in the world, and the leading provider of cancer treatments globally. The company also produces a range of diagnostic tests for medical professionals and patients. Roche was one of the first companies to bring targeted treatments to patients. In 2019, Roche had over 100,000 employees worldwide, and generated revenue of CHF 61.5 billion.
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