Field Service Engineer – f/m/d

Danaher Corporation

. Set up, operate, maintain, and optimize Leica Biosystems systems for customer demonstrations, training activities, and workflow simulations .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeNussloch • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the setup, operation, and maintenance of Leica Biosystems systems, with strong technical troubleshooting skills across electromechanical and electronic systems. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and communicating effectively in both English and German within regulated environments.

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Biomedical ExperienceTechnical TroubleshootingPathology Instrument MaintenanceWindows and Linux ExposureISO and FDA Compliance

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Hard Skills

Technical TroubleshootingEquipment MaintenanceCalibration and VerificationSoftware InstallationSystem ConnectivityElectromechanical SystemsOptics KnowledgeFirmware UpdatesQuality VerificationRepair and Modification

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Leica Biosystems EquipmentPC HardwareNetwork Principles

Industry Keywords

Regulated EnvironmentQuality RequirementsMedical Device ServicePathology SystemsWorkshop Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Linux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up, operate, maintain, and optimize Leica Biosystems systems for customer demonstrations, training activities, and workflow simulations
Prepare, inspect, verify, and troubleshoot demonstration assets according to workshop priorities
Manage configuration, calibration, verification, upgrades, and readiness checks for equipment, accessories, and software
Diagnose and resolve technical issues across platforms, electromechanical systems, software, and network-connected components
Complete maintenance, repair, modification, and quality verification activities in line with company standards and applicable quality requirements
Partner with workshop colleagues, sales, applications, product specialists, and service teams to deliver reliable demonstrations
Prepare, inspect, maintain, and repair demonstration, loan, and field-returned equipment
Support the Commercial Workshop and European Demonstration Centre in Nussloch
Travel for field service, Newcastle demo laboratory support, customer demonstrations, training, and cross-functional technical activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Biomedical or Engineering experience with an associate degree OR equivalent technical work experience
Preferred knowledge of the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of Pathology instruments
Strong technical troubleshooting capability across electromechanical and electronic systems, optics, platforms, and software
Knowledge of PC hardware, networking principles, firmware updates, software installation, and system connectivity
Exposure to Windows and Linux preferred
Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences and collaborate across international teams
Fluent English and German language capability
Experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining pathology instruments or similar scientific and clinical instrumentation is a plus
Experience working in a regulated environment with ISO, FDA, or similar quality requirements is a plus
Ability to work in a workshop and technical service environment, including safe handling, movement, and preparation of Leica Biosystems equipment
Awareness of applicable quality, safety, and compliance requirements relevant to medical device service, pathology systems, and workshop operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive, competitive benefit programs
Enriching career opportunities supporting business needs and associate development
Diverse and collaborative global community
Continuous improvement and professional growth opportunities