Thermo Fisher Scientific · 9 hours ago
Field Service Engineer (IOMS/GIRMS) Central US Region
Illinois, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$40.06/hr - $60.08/hr
5+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is dedicated to making a positive impact on a global scale through science. As a Field Service Engineer, you will provide expert installation, maintenance, and repair services for sophisticated analytical and microscopy equipment while building strong relationships with customers and ensuring optimal system performance.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Provide expert installation, maintenance, and repair services for sophisticated analytical and microscopy equipment (IOMS, GIRMS)
Deliver outstanding technical support while building strong relationships with customers across research institutions, universities, and industrial facilities
Resolve complex issues, conduct preventive maintenance, and train users to ensure optimal system performance
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree plus 3+ years of experience, or bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating sophisticated analytical instruments, e.g. IOMS, GIRMS
Preferred Fields of Study: Electronics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry or related technical field
Ongoing technical training and certifications required
Demonstrated expertise with ultra-high vacuum systems, high voltage electronics, and complex electro-mechanical systems
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities for hardware and software issues
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to build positive customer relationships
Professional working proficiency in English; additional languages beneficial
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and engineering drawings
Proficiency with Windows operating systems, networking, and standard business software
Valid driver's license and ability to travel
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in laboratory environments
Ability to work independently while maintaining strong team collaboration
Availability to respond to urgent customer needs
Must follow all safety protocols and be able to work in cleanroom environments when required
Preferred
Experience mentoring and training others preferred
Benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Marc Casper
CEO
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-02-03
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