Field Service Engineer

Job Details

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 7824335
Date Posted: 11/12/2026
Location: Orlando, FL
Salary (USD): $63,000 - $72,000

Description

The Field Service Engineer is responsible for providing technical service, preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, equipment installation support, and emergency troubleshooting for automated transport systems used in hospitals and healthcare facilities.


This position supports the reliable operation of specialized healthcare automation equipment, including pneumatic tube transport systems, by performing scheduled maintenance, diagnosing equipment failures, and providing technical assistance to customers and internal service personnel.


The Field Service Engineer serves as a primary technical resource for customers, ensuring equipment reliability, timely service, and high levels of customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, supporting equipment startup and commissioning, training customers, managing service documentation, and identifying opportunities to improve system performance.


This is a field-based position requiring extensive travel, independent work, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers in demanding healthcare environments.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on automated healthcare transport equipment and associated systems.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment failures to restore reliable system operation.
  • Provide corrective maintenance, warranty service, and emergency technical support.
  • Participate in 24/7 emergency and on-call service coverage as required.
  • Assist with equipment installation, startup, configuration, and commissioning.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams to troubleshoot equipment problems.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, electrical meters, and diagnostic equipment to perform maintenance and repairs.
  • Provide technical assistance to customers and internal service personnel through on-site visits, telephone support, and remote access.
  • Troubleshoot multiple product lines and different generations of equipment.
  • Identify equipment problems and implement timely corrective actions in high-pressure customer environments.
  • Assist customers with replacement parts, consumables, repair inquiries, and equipment service needs.
  • Recommend appropriate spare parts and inventory levels to support system reliability.
  • Identify replacement components using available technical documentation and equipment information.
  • Train customers on equipment operation, basic maintenance procedures, and system functionality.
  • Explain technical problems and corrective actions clearly to customers with varying levels of technical knowledge.
  • Maintain professional customer relationships and resolve service concerns effectively.
  • Identify and report product quality issues and equipment performance concerns.
  • Prepare and submit Quality Assurance Reports (QARs) as required.
  • Support data collection and reporting activities for product and service improvements.
  • Create and maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, work orders, and expense documentation.
  • Communicate field service issues, customer concerns, and improvement opportunities to the Regional Service Manager.
  • Collaborate with other Field Service Engineers to troubleshoot complex equipment problems.
  • Participate in formal technical training and on-the-job development to maintain proficiency with company products and systems.
  • Promote company products and services when appropriate to support customer needs.
  • Follow established safety procedures, quality standards, and customer facility requirements.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology, vocational or technical school education, four years of related military experience, or equivalent qualifications.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Ability to extract technical information from equipment documentation and apply it to troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
  • Ability to operate electrical meters and diagnostic equipment.
  • Practical technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to diagnose equipment failures and perform corrective maintenance.
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently and determine appropriate corrective actions.
  • Computer literacy, including PC hardware and software.
  • Experience using Microsoft Windows applications.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly to customers and internal personnel.
  • Ability to explain complex technical problems to individuals with limited technical backgrounds.
  • Ability to handle difficult customer interactions professionally.
  • Ability to work effectively in high-pressure customer service environments.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain accurate service records, work orders, and expense documentation.
  • Ability to manage work independently without continuous direct supervision.
  • Self-motivation and ability to adapt to changing service requirements.
  • Ability to learn and maintain technical knowledge of multiple equipment types and product generations.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, technical support teams, and service management.
  • Strong commitment to customer satisfaction, equipment reliability, and safe work practices.
Requirements:
  • Ability to work in a field service position based in the Orlando, FL area.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 90% of the time.
  • Ability to travel to customer locations typically Monday through Thursday or Friday.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to participate in 24/7 emergency and on-call support when required.
  • Ability to remain accessible by mobile phone during assigned support periods.
  • Ability to respond to customer equipment problems and service emergencies.
  • Ability to perform preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and equipment troubleshooting.
  • Ability to support equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.
  • Ability to work independently at customer facilities.
  • Ability to provide technical assistance by telephone, remote access, and in person.
  • Ability to maintain accurate service documentation, work orders, and expense reports.
  • Ability to communicate service issues and customer concerns to management.
  • Ability to work with multiple product lines and equipment generations.
  • Willingness to complete extensive formal and on-the-job technical training.
  • Ability to follow company safety policies, quality standards, and customer site requirements.
  • Ability to maintain professional customer relationships in healthcare environments.
Nice-to Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Previous field service experience maintaining or repairing automated equipment.
  • Experience servicing pneumatic tube transport systems.
  • Experience working with hospital automation or healthcare transport equipment.
  • Experience maintaining electromechanical equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on automated machinery.
  • Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.
  • Experience troubleshooting multiple generations of technical equipment.
  • Experience providing remote technical support.
  • Experience supporting customers in hospitals or healthcare facilities.
  • Experience performing warranty repairs and emergency service.
  • Experience providing technical training to customers.
  • Experience identifying replacement parts from incomplete technical information.
  • Experience managing service parts and inventory.
  • Experience preparing quality assurance reports and technical service documentation.
  • Experience working independently in a high-travel field service position.
  • Military electronics, electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical maintenance experience.
  • Experience maintaining complex technical systems in demanding operational environments.


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