Field Service Engineer I

Office: North Central Reg Office, West Chicago, IL 60185, USA Location: Chicago, IL Salary: $75,000 - $77,000 per year Who are we? Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground‑breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimadzu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.” People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. What can Shimadzu offer YOU? Our Culture – A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging Competitive Compensation – Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary Retirement Benefits – Matching 401K & Profit‑Sharing Program Professional Growth – Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development Health Benefits – Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts Work‑Life Balance – Generous & Front‑Loaded Paid Time Off Plan Education – Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels Insurance Perks – Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre‑paid and critical care buy‑up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short‑term disability programs Work Flexibility – Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday! Employee Engagement – Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one’s career and personal development Additional Compensation For Service, Technical Support, Marketing & Sales Roles: Additional compensation is available through either an Incentive and/or Commission Plan. For Employees who reside in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and California: Additional compensation is offered through a Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment (COLA) Position Summary Shimadzu Scientific Instruments seeks a Field Service Engineer to provide exceptional service and support for our analytical instrumentation. The role includes repair, maintenance, and performance verification of assigned products, including demo equipment and instruments returned from customers. Job Functions Provide daily repair and maintenance support for assigned products. Conduct in‑house bench repairs as needed while primarily handling field service calls with limited supervision. Travel within the local region (including day and overnight trips) to support customer needs. Offer technical support via phone to customers and field personnel regarding repairs, maintenance and installations. Education and Qualifications Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. At least four years of experience in repairing analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, GC, LCMS, AA, or similar instruments. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of these technologies. Excellent communication and customer relations skills. Willingness to travel. At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment. This full‑time, non‑exempt position comes with a comprehensive benefits package. In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 paid scheduled holidays and 3 paid floating holidays (Residents of California and Puerto Rico will receive state‑mandated sick leave instead of personal days). After one year of employment, you will also be eligible for a generous short‑term disability program with the company covering 100% of monthly premiums. The starting salary range for this role is $75,000 to $77,000 annually, paid semi‑monthly. As a non‑exempt position, you will be eligible for overtime and double time pay, as outlined in our employee handbook. Additional variable compensation includes an incentive plan (10% of base salary) based on company and service performance, paid semi‑annually in April and October. A year‑end discretionary bonus may also be awarded based on overall company performance. This position includes a company car with a fuel card (with a $55 per pay deduction for personal use) and a company‑paid cell phone, which remains company property but can be used for personal purposes. Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means. EEO Statement Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please seek assistance through the appropriate channels. Instrument Proficiency Overall Expertise: Expert Instrument – HPLC: Advanced Instrument – GC: Advanced Instrument – AA: Advanced Instrument – UV‑VIS: Advanced Behaviors Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject Education Required: Associates or better in Electrical Engineering or related field. Preferred: Bachelors or better in Chemistry or related field. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.