Field Service Engineer

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Field Service Engineer joining Thermo Fisher's BioProduction Service and Support team. Supporting Single-Use Technology bioreactor systems in a GMP-regulated environment primarily in Iceland.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the dedicated on-site Thermo Fisher technical expert at the customer’s manufacturing facility in Iceland
  • Ensure full compliance with site specific requirements, including defined response times, uptime targets, and service deliverables
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of Thermo Fisher single-use bioreactor systems and associated automation (DeltaV)
  • Support installation, commissioning, and qualification activities, including SAT, IQ/OQ, and validation protocols
  • Perform real-time issue resolution to minimize downtime in a mission-critical GMP production environment
  • Lead and support deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
  • Collaborate closely with customer engineering, manufacturing, quality, and validation teams
  • Act as a technical advisor to optimize system performance and process reliability
  • Provide hands-on technical training and guidance to customer personnel as needed
  • Interface with internal Thermo Fisher teams (Service, Engineering, Product Support) to escalate and resolve complex issues
  • Maintain accurate documentation and service records in compliance with GMP and internal systems (e.g., Salesforce Service Cloud)
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve system performance, service delivery, and customer satisfaction
  • Occasionally support other customer sites across the EMEA region up to 25% travel, sharing expertise and providing field support as business needs require

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Biomedical or a related scientific field) or equivalent Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience
  • Proven experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing sophisticated analytical instruments, particularly in the bioproduction sector
  • Strong electronics and mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose issues down to the component level
  • Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Fluency in English mandatory.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking
  • Proficiency with Windows operating systems, MS Office, and service management software
  • Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and documentation
  • Valid driver's license and ability to over-night travel up to 25% of the time
  • Physical ability to lift up to 25 kg and stand for extended periods
  • Experience with bioproduction equipment, particularly Single Use Technology (SUT) hardware and automation products
  • Availability to work flexible hours and respond to emergency service calls
  • Must be able to obtain necessary credentials to access customer facilities
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently in the field
  • Willingness to support the full EMEA region as the role develops
  • Self-sufficient; comfortable working independently; logical approach in setting work priorities

Benefits:

  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
  • Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
  • Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)