Senior Field Service Engineer
Clear Labs
Summary
The Senior Field Service Engineer is responsible for supporting both in-house and field installed robotic systems for both proactive and reactive activities as needed. They may also be assigned to support strategic projects for various Clear Labs teams as needed to support the company goals and objectives. This candidate should possess strong technical skill as well as the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervision.
Job description
Primary Responsibilities
- New equipment installations, preventative maintenance activities, and emergency repairs
- Training customers on basic system maintenance and usage
- Communicate with customers, both in person and via electronic means, in a way that instills confidence in both his/her ability and the capabilities of all Clear Labs teams
- Provide feedback to internal teams to address failure points and make system reliability improvements
- Support the Field Applications team as needed to maximize equipment uptime and responsiveness
- Assist with the Clear Labs Quality process improvement initiatives
- Support logistics activities as needed to ensure proper products and finished goods ship on time as well as provide feedback on proper inventory levels to minimize scrap and maximize customer uptime
- Provide support of special projects to help improve the overall success of CL. This includes working with other departments, OEM partners support members, and account stakeholders as approved. This may require him/her to learn new systems and process functionality with the support of CL to identify, communicate, and incorporate enhancements into the project(s)
- Coordinate with other team members as needed to properly relay information and support Sales/Evaluations as needed to achieve financial targets
- Manage instrument sub-component configuration/quality as well as maintain spare parts inventory
- Present a professional image at all times to customers, clients and other vendors
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related field of study strongly preferred
- Hands-on field service experience preferably in the biotech / life science / robotics field(s). This includes working on systems in customer laboratories and observing proper biohazard safety precautions
- Strong troubleshooting skills. Specifically, in the areas of: General electronics, electromechanical systems, robotics, liquid handlers, computers, and associated networking components
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage customer expectations while providing outstanding customer service
- Working knowledge of all technical support activities designed to achieve a world class customer experience
- Current or previous expertise and experience with Excel a must for this role
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 80 lbs. on an infrequent basis
- After hours on-call support may be required on a rotating basis
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related field of study strongly preferred
- Hands-on field service experience preferably in the biotech / life science / robotics field(s)
- Strong troubleshooting skills in general electronics, electromechanical systems, robotics, liquid handlers, computers, and associated networking components
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage customer expectations while providing outstanding customer service
- Working knowledge of all technical support activities designed to achieve a world class customer experience
- Current or previous expertise and experience with Excel a must for this role
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 80 lbs. on an infrequent basis
- After hours on-call support may be required on a rotating basis
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discretionary Time Off
- Stock Option Plan
- Lunch Stipend
- Phone Bill Reimbursement
Company overview
Clear Labs is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and artificial intelligence-powered solutions for food safety and quality testing. Founded with the mission to revolutionize food safety through advanced molecular diagnostics, the company has developed a comprehensive platform that combines automated sample preparation, high-throughput sequencing, and sophisticated bioinformatics analytics. Clear Labs' innovative approach enables rapid and accurate detection of pathogens, allergens, GMOs, and other contaminants in food products, providing food manufacturers, retailers, and regulatory agencies with unprecedented insights into their supply chains. The company's technology platform represents a significant advancement over traditional testing methods, offering faster turnaround times, higher sensitivity, and the ability to detect multiple targets simultaneously. By leveraging cutting-edge genomics and data science, Clear Labs is positioned at the forefront of the food safety industry, helping to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure consumer protection through science-driven solutions.