Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer - San Luis Obispo, CA

This role is responsible for delivering high-quality technical service and support to medical imaging customers. The technician will install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and maintain medical imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with all operational and safety standards. Working independently in the field, this position diagnoses and resolves technical issues while adhering to OEM specifications, industry regulations, and company quality requirements. Through expert problem-solving and customer-focused service, this role helps ensure reliable imaging performance for healthcare partners.

Strengthen Block Imaging's mission of 'People Matter' by living our values of Integrity, Honor, and Growth. Make choices that foster our thriving mindsets and lead with our approach of Together, Thoughtful, and Transparent.

Essential Job Duties:

• Service, install, evaluate, and maintain medical imaging equipment across the United States.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair imaging systems and computer components to meet OEM specifications and customer expectations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and resolve advanced electronic, mechanical, and network-related issues.
• Represent the company professionally during on-site visits and communicate customer feedback to internal teams.
• Expand technical knowledge continually and contribute to improving engineering competency.
• Provide timely project updates, insights, and responses to technical inquiries to support decision-making and customer satisfaction.
• Document new processes and provide training to end users, while supporting additional duties as needed.
• Ensure updates, calibrations or repairs are completed properly by running tests or diagnostics.
• Driving and vehicle operation are essential functions of this role.
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and handle multiple projects at once.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills, using critical thinking, initiative, and diagnostic ability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building, including clear verbal/written communication and positive interactions with customers, vendors, and team members.
• Flexibility, professionalism, and mature decision-making when resolving issues in fast-paced or challenging situations.
• High attention to detail with reliable follow-through, ensuring accurate documentation, safe work practices, and quality results.
• Proficiency with computers and related tools, including Microsoft Office, diagnostic software, hardware troubleshooting, and database entry/management.

Experience and Education Requirements:

Preferred Experience:

• 3-7 years' experience in medical imaging engineering or equivalent; ideal candidate will have Philips and/or GE CT/MR field service experience.

Education (or equivalent experience):

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.

Preferred Certifications:

• N/A

Travel Requirements:

Frequent driving 30%+, Load, transport, deliver parts/equipment. Meet driver eligibility requirements. Minimum age 21, refer to company vehicle policy.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

Team Members must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. For questions, contact Human Resources.

This role may involve:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout various work environments for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching to access and service equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds; heavier lifting may require assistance or mechanical aids.
• Manual dexterity to handle tools, small components, and electronic parts.
• Visual acuity and color perception sufficient to read schematics, calibrate equipment, and identify wiring or indicators.
• Ability to communicate clearly with healthcare and related facility staff, as well as document service activities accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in any situation where it is necessary.
• Compliance with hospital health and safety requirements. Ability to safely operate and enter/exit vehicles, drive for extended periods and work in varied environmental conditions with potential exposure to machinery, noise, and hazardous materials.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The base pay range for this position is:

• Min $80,000 - Max $140,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Block Imaging offers a variety of health and wellness benefits including paid time off and holiday pay.

Sign-On Bonus: Eligible new hires hired into this position at the San Luis Obispo, California location only will receive a one-time $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid on the employee's first paycheck, subject to the terms of the company's bonus program and applicable eligibility requirements. The bonus is subject to applicable taxes and payroll withholdings. Any requirement to repay previously paid bonus amounts will apply only if permitted by applicable law and set forth in a separate written agreement. This bonus offer may be modified or withdrawn at any time, consistent with applicable law.

When the unexpected happens: an injury, an illness, an accident, the healthcare professionals that diagnose and treat these issues need tools they can rely on. That's where Block Imaging comes in. If you're looking to join a team that not only provides a positive work environment, but also creates a real-world impact, the Block Imaging team is worth your consideration.

We bring our mission—People Matter—to life through the care and benefits we offer our team.

• Health, Vision, Dental & More: We provide competitive insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offered as both tax-advantaged accounts designed to help individuals save and pay for qualified medical expenses
• Paid Time Off: Full-time team members accrue 19 days Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, with accrual starting from their first day of employment. In addition, team members receive two "People Matter" days annually for volunteering in your community.
• Annual Bonus Opportunities: Potential bonus opportunities based on meeting company profitability goals.
• 401(k) Investment Plan & Budgeting: A retirement investment plan offering a variety of deferral options, a generous discretionary company matching contribution up to 6%, and access to financial planning tools and training.
• Team Member Perks Program: Offers exclusive discounts, special deals, and other benefits for team members.
• Tuition Assistance: After three-months of service, Block Imaging will reimburse 50% of the total cost up to a maximum of $1,000 per calendar year, increasing to $2,500 after two years. This education may include college credit courses, continuing education unit courses, seminars and certification tests that are beneficial to both the team member and the organization.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: We believe great people know great people! When you refer a candidate who is hired and successfully completes their introductory period, you'll receive a generous referral bonus as a thank-you for helping us grow our talented team.
• Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave provisions following a qualified FMLA approved leave.
• Environment: Whether you work on-site or remotely, you'll be part of a connected, supportive culture where people come first. We believe great work starts with genuine care for one another. We value relationships, learning, and growth, and we create space for meaningful connection across every team and location. At Block Imaging, we strive to make every team member feel supported, valued, and connected to something bigger than themselves.

Block Imaging Parts & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer