Field Service Engineer - HW - Phoenix, AZ
Siemens Healthineers
Summary
The Field Service Engineer (FSE) is the primary contact for Varian Medical Systems (VMS) customer service and repair needs ensuring that our customers’ equipment always operates efficiently. The Hardware FSE is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, upgrading, and performing preventative maintenance on all designated VMS equipment according to instructions and company guidelines. Each FSE operates in a designated field service territory and represents VMS. This requires a high level of professional communication with their team, customers, management, sales, and other technical support.
Job description
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all designated VMS equipment within an assigned service territory, including preventative maintenance, installations, and upgrades per VMS guidelines.
- Manage time and maintain a schedule to include preventative maintenance, installations, and upgrades as well as incoming customer calls demonstrating the ability to assess and prioritize the urgency of customer requests and follow-through to completion.
- Understand and recognize the need to escalate incidents when necessary and/or request additional assistance from more tenured representatives.
- Examine difficult customer issues, diagnose, and resolve the issues, and meet established FSR levels.
- Maintain effective territory management and expense control which includes timely completion and submission of field service and expense reports along with management of consignment and other required documentation according to VMS procedures.
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships using strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Minimum Required Skills and Knowledge
- Frequent use and application of technical documentation, standards, principles, concepts, and techniques in the field.
- Uses acquired job skills and company policies to complete assigned tasks.
- Sound knowledge of and professional experience with electronic and electro-mechanical engineering, testing equipment used for verification/checkout and calibration of electronic equipment.
- Sound knowledge of and professional technical experience with micro-computers/PC based systems.
- Sound computer usage and debugging skills.
- Ability to identify and repair routine software and delivery system network problems.
- Identify and resolve simple imaging system defects.
- Performs routine maintenance, including major STBs.
- Proficient at diagnosing and solving moderately complex mechanical problems, including simple vacuum leaks.
- Able to perform vacuum system gun replacements and target replacements.
- Achieve certification status for C3 products.
- Meets all Vendor Credentialing requirements necessary to gain VMS client site access, unless prohibited by law. These requirements vary by client and may include but are not limited to: Proof of valid identification (photo, driver’s license, SSN), Criminal background checks, Drug screens, Immunizations (Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Influenza, Tetanus), Annual TB testing, Healthcare trainings.
Minimum: HS Degree or Equivalent. Preferred: Associate degree, technical/vocational training, or military experience with electronics and 3 – 7 years of related experience.
Other Desired Skills and Knowledge
- Able to handle difficult customer situations including troubleshooting while the customer is observing.
- Is assigned as primary support for machine accounts for which certification has been completed.
- Be able to understand and utilize the escalation process to Sr FSR, Management, NTS, PSE, Applications.
Required Certifications and Training
- Has completed all required VMS training classes for C3 products.
- Has completed VMS HW Level II and Imaging Level II certification testing.
Experience Level with Business Tools
Familiar with business tools such as E-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with HCM (e.g., Workday) or equivalent ERP product and productivity software desired.
Note: Candidate must live within proximity or be willing to relocate to PHOENIX, AZ. This is a field based "remote" position that requires onsite work at several local customer locations. This role is governed by our Fleet Safety Policy. To be eligible for employment, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license in the state they reside and may not have any prior DUI/DWI convictions or pending DUI/DWI charges or other serious moving violations (unless such a restriction is prohibited by state/local law).
Requirements
- HS Degree or Equivalent
- 3 – 7 years of related experience
- Sound knowledge of and professional experience with electronic and electro-mechanical engineering
- Sound knowledge of and professional technical experience with micro-computers/PC based systems
- Sound computer usage and debugging skills
- Ability to identify and repair routine software and delivery system network problems
- Identify and resolve simple imaging system defects
- Proficient at diagnosing and solving moderately complex mechanical problems, including simple vacuum leaks
- Able to perform vacuum system gun replacements and target replacements
- Achieve certification status for C3 products
- Meets all Vendor Credentialing requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- No prior DUI/DWI convictions or pending DUI/DWI charges or other serious moving violations
- Legally authorized for employment in the United States without employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Paid parking
- Public transportation
- Paid time off
- Paid sick and safe time
Company overview
Siemens Healthineers is a German multinational medical technology company specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Siemens AG, the company has established itself as a global leader in healthcare technology with a comprehensive portfolio that addresses the complete care continuum for many of the world's most threatening diseases. With approximately 69,500 employees worldwide and operations in over 70 countries, Siemens Healthineers generates annual revenues exceeding €21 billion. The company's product offerings span across four main business segments: Imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems), Diagnostics (laboratory and point-of-care testing), Varian (cancer care and radiation therapy), and Advanced Therapies. Siemens Healthineers is particularly renowned for pioneering breakthroughs in medical imaging, having developed the world's first commercial PET/CT scanner and continuing to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital health solutions, and precision therapy. The company's commitment to research and development, with annual investments of approximately €1.5 billion, drives its mission to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.