Field Service Engineer - Los Angeles

At Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to develop high performing products to study genomics with unprecedented flexibility and quality that enable researchers to better understand biology for the improvement of global health. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness.   

We are seeking an experienced  Field Service Engineer  who will play a pivotal role supporting  our growing customer base in the Southwest, based in  Los Angeles , CA . This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about customer support and winning for the team. We are looking for someone with experience troubleshooting instrument issues involving software, hardware and chemistry. Ability to repair and maintenance instruments in the field.  This role will report to the Senior Manager, Field Service Engineering and will be a remote role based in Los Angeles.  

I f you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  

Providing onsite installation, qualification, upgrades, repairs and preventative maintenance service on next generation sequencers

Identifying root causes and resolving product issues in the field with support when needed. 

Displaying professionalism, understanding, tact and technical knowledge in all customer interactions

Implementing and following policies that pertain to the handling of spare parts: ordering, usage, returns, physical count, car stock management, etc.

Utilizing service CRM software to accurately document work in a timely manner  

Education and Experience:  

Associate or Bachelor Degree with  3+ years  of relevant experience in engineering, physics, biology, chemistry or related field (or equivalent combination of education and industry experience)

Experience with NGS sequencing instrument and sequencing run set up preferred

Ability to troubleshoot issues with complex laboratory equipment involving chemistry, software and hardware

Strong time management, problem solving, organizational and relationship building skills. 

Experience servicing scientific instrumentation involving optics, fluid handling and thermal systems.

Experience with multiple full life cycle product launches preferred

Proficient with data collection and analysis tools (eg: in MATLAB, Python, C++ or Java) preferred

Experience with fluorescence microscopy helpful

Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including technical writing abilities.

Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours

Demonstrated account management skills preferred  

Physical Requirements:  

Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 20 pounds

Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours  

Location:   

Remote – Los Angeles, CA  

Travel:    

Domestic travel up to 80%  

Job Type:  

Full-time/Non-exempt  

Base Compensation Pay Range:  

$90,000 - $110,000  

   

In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, discretionary annual bonus, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off.   

 

Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.   

   

We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.