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Field Service Engineer - Specialising in Light Microscopy

Manpower
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6 months ago
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Field Service Engineer - Specialising in Light Microscopy

Location: Field/Home Office Based: daily travel to customer sites covering the M4 corridor

Salary: Competitive, with a comprehensive benefits package

Are You Ready to Bring Light Microscopy to Life?

Manpower has partnered with ZEISS, a global leader in optics and technology, to find an ambitious and skilled Field Service Engineer specialising in Light Microscopy. This is your chance to join a world-renowned company that empowers scientific discovery and drives innovation in research and clinical environments.

At ZEISS, we don't just create tools; we create solutions that empower discovery, progress, and precision across a wide array of industries.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Field Service Engineer within the Research Microscopy Solutions (RMS) department at ZEISS, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional service and support to their customers. You'll work with cutting-edge optical technology, ensuring product performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing on-site service, including diagnosis, repair, preventive maintenance, installation, and commissioning of ZEISS Light Microscopy products.
  • Documenting service activities and submitting detailed reports.
  • Managing spare parts to minimise downtime for customers.
  • Maintaining tools and test equipment to ensure optimal working condition.
  • Offering technical support to customers and collaborating with colleagues to resolve issues.
  • Complying with ZEISS health, safety, and environmental policies.

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for candidates with a strong technical background and hands-on experience. The ideal candidate would have experience servicing high-end capital equipment in a life-science or clinical environment or have in-depth knowledge of technologies such as:

  • Camera-based fluorescence microscopy
  • Laser scanning confocal microscopy
  • Raman spectroscopy
  • Experience within GxP environments
  • Lab automation robotics
  • Flow cytometry
  • Experience with lasers or fibre optics
  • Optomechanics or photonics

Key Requirements:

  • A completed Technical Apprenticeship or HNC/HND or higher in electronics, engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in field service roles, particularly within research, clinical, or technical environments.
  • Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication abilities, both verbal and written.
  • A full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland, with some international travel for training.

Why Join ZEISS?

ZEISS offers a collaborative and innovative work environment where you'll work with world-leading technology and enjoy excellent benefits. We're looking for motivated individuals who are committed to quality, customer satisfaction, and personal growth.

If you're ready to make an impact in Light Microscopy and be part of a pioneering team at ZEISS, we'd love to hear from you!


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