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Field Service Engineer II (Molecular)

ThermoFisher Scientific

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Location
Wilmington, NC
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The Field Service Engineer II supports sophisticated analytical and scientific instruments for customers in research, industrial, and healthcare settings. The role installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment while providing customer service, training, and support. It involves work in laboratory environments and travel within an assigned territory, including up to 50% overnight travel. The posting prefers service engineering and molecular instrumentation experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electronics TroubleshootingMechanical TroubleshootingComponent-Level DiagnosisMolecular InstrumentationCustomer ServiceCommunicationOrganizationTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeService Management SoftwareEnglishProblem SolvingIndependent WorkCustomer TrainingService DocumentationCustomer SatisfactionLifting 50 Lbs

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or Equivalent ExperienceMilitary Experience2 Years Technical Experience3+ Years Service Engineer ExperienceElectronics, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Related Technical FieldRelevant CertificationsValid Driver's License

Full job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

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

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:

As a Field Service Engineer II at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll contribute to delivering excellent service for sophisticated analytical and scientific instruments. Working with customers across research, industrial, and healthcare settings, you'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex equipment while providing exceptional customer service. This position offers opportunities to work with advanced technology while contributing to scientific advancement and innovation.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associates Degree or equivalent experience with field service preferred or Military experience. Optionally 2 years of hands-on technical experience installing, troubleshooting and repairing complex analytical instruments.

  • 3-5 years hands-on experience as a Service Engineer is preferred, particularly working with analytical instrumentation

  • Preferred Fields of Study: Electronics, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related technical field

  • Additional relevant certifications are advantageous

  • Strong electronics and mechanical troubleshooting skills with ability to diagnose issues down to component level

  • Hands-on experience with Molecular instrumentation (FTIR, Raman, UV-Vis) preferred

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Strong organizational and time management capabilities

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and service management software

  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel on a daily basis within assigned territory and up to 50% overnight.

  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various laboratory environments

  • Proficiency in English required; additional languages beneficial

  • Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to work independently

  • Adherence to safety protocols and quality standards

  • Ability to respond to customer needs with short notice

  • Ability to effectively train and support customers on equipment operation

  • Experience documenting service activities and preparing detailed reports

  • Demonstrated success in meeting customer satisfaction goals

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,261 open Field Service Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$82–120K/yr503 salary ranges
  • US median$31–43/hr401 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 47 open Field Service Engineer jobs in North Carolina and 1,261 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in North Carolina
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Field Service Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (903 postings).
Education
357 of the 1,261 open Field Service Engineer jobs (28%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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