At a Glance
- Tasks: Repair and support customer instruments, ensuring top-notch service across Southern England.
- Company: Join Bio-Rad, a global leader in life-science innovation and healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health insurance, 25 days holiday, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative culture that values diversity and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on people's lives with cutting-edge technology in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Electronic Engineering Diploma or equivalent, customer-facing experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Region covering: Southern England between Birmingham and Southampton. Are you a customer‑focused and analytical problem solver with a passion for improving people’s lives with products that make a real difference? Have you previously received positive feedback on your technical and communication skills? Then Bio‑Rad’s Field Service Engineer role could be your next challenge!
As a Field Service Engineer your main responsibility is to repair customer instruments ensuring that the customer receives the best support according to their needs. You are responsible for installation, training (after developing skills and experience), service and repair of company products at customer premises and service centre. Correctly administrate and further support 2nd‑level support as needed. Support the customer in maintaining their equipment so it runs effectively. You will work as part of a high‑functioning team including Service Admin and Technical Support. This role is field‑based and will cover mainly Southern England and also support other regions in the UK when required, including overnight stays. We will evaluate applications continuously and we welcome your application today!
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Deliver high‑quality technical service and support to customers across Southern England.
- Field Service Engineers are the lifeblood of Bio‑Rad that delivers on‑promise technical work.
- Being confident with technical first principles helps to understand the problem and provide the most effective solutions.
- Must be able to work under stress and effectively communicate with the customer and team members.
- A teachable and enquiring mind will help you to understand the technology in Bio‑Rad instruments.
- Good time management and communication skills will help you to succeed.
What You Bring
- Electronic Engineering Diploma or equivalent engineering qualification and the ability to quickly take on new technologies.
- Experience in a customer‑facing environment; technical experience in the diagnostic market will be an advantage.
- Good time management skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Up‑to‑date computer knowledge in both software and hardware, including PC‑based systems and Microsoft Office.
- Working knowledge of English, both verbal and written, and ability to read and understand training material, technical updates and instrument manuals.
Who We Are
For 70 years, Bio‑Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life‑science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high‑quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio‑Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.
Benefits
Bio‑Rad’s biggest asset is its people, and the reason our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of an evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including pension matched up to 8%, private health & dental insurance with Bupa, life insurance & income protection, 25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday, work‑from‑home 2 days per week (after training), cycle‑to‑work scheme, free on‑site parking, employee discounts at many retailers & gyms, employee referral scheme, and employee assistance programme (24/7 online GP, mental health support, and virtual wellbeing program).
EEO Statement
Bio‑Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply.
Field Service Engineer Southern England between Birmingham - Southampton in Watford employer: Bio-Rad Laboratories
Bio-Rad is an exceptional employer, renowned for its collaborative work culture and commitment to employee growth. With a focus on advancing science and healthcare, employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including generous pension contributions, private health insurance, and flexible working arrangements, all while being part of a company that values inclusivity and innovation in the UK and Nordics.
