Hardware Installation Engineer - N/NE - Field/Travel

Siemens Healthineers is a leader in medical technology, dedicated to pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. They are seeking a Hardware Installation Engineer to provide customer support through on-site installation of linear accelerators and imaging systems, as well as overseeing diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide highly visible customer support through the performance of on-site installation of linear accelerators and imaging systems, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems
• Check out and approve operational quality of system equipment
• Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of the system
• Serve as company liaison with customer on administrative and technical matters for assigned projects. Interprets customers’ needs and assists in and facilitates resolution regardless of whose job the responsibility falls under
• This job may include any aspect of field support, and is not limited to system hardware and software, PCs, and networking/wireless networking Installs and upgrades. This includes support of a wide range of company products according to technical documentation and company guidelines to ensure that customer’s equipment operates properly
• Demonstrate to customer equipment operation and specification according to Customer Acceptance Procedure (CAP)
• Advise customers in ordering spare parts or on service request such as emergency and contractual services to ensure customers can operate their VMS equipment according to technical and safety guidelines
• Advise customers on where to find Customer Technical Bulletins and why they are important. Input detailed records of installation and upgrade work performed into company information systems to ensure accurate updated customer installation information is available to other VMS functions
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism and safety according to VMS guidelines and customer regulations in order to perform activities under the safest working conditions
• Perform parts inventory and ordering for assigned installation, including replenishing spare parts kit, short shipment and return consigned parts appropriately and in a timely manner per procedure as necessary for each install
• Maintain technical documentation regarding operating characteristics, design factors, technical performance and development of products to improve installation efficiency
• Report by means of FSR’s, time sheets, expense reports, etc. regularly to ensure accurate company statistical data on customer-oriented activities is available
• Complete all required installation documentation that pertains to the job being completed and update all requested and/or required data for data tracking purposes
• Use prescribed problem-resolution escalation procedures and request technical assistance when necessary in a timely manner

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2-4 years related experience or Associates or bachelor's degree in related program preferred
• Knowledge of and professional experience with electronic and electro-mechanical engineering, RF Energy producing devices and electronic cooling systems
• Proficient in the use of Test Equipment used for verification and calibration of electronic equipment
• Basic networking skills in order to integrate the machine onto the customer server
• Knowledge of and professional technical experience with PC based systems
• Customer focused attitude
• Articulate and skilled in interpersonal communication
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Ability to TRAVEL for 10 Days and then have 4 days off throughout the year
• Valid driver's license in the state they reside and may not have any prior DUI/DWI convictions or pending DUI/DWI charges or other serious moving violations
• Experience with RF Energy producing devices and electronic cooling systems
• Advanced knowledge of networks and networking techniques
• Basic computer usage and debugging skills
• Basic understanding of imaging systems
• Desire to build a career and develop robust skill sets
• Reside within 1 hour of a major airport in U.S. in Zone Location