Field Service Technician / Engineer - Analytical

ABB - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Field Service Technician / Engineer - Analytical role at ABB involves planning and executing complex technical analytical startups, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of ABB's and third-party analytical products. This position is crucial for ensuring the quality of refined products through effective maintenance and operation of analytical equipment, contributing to the Process Automation Measurement & Analytics division in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex field service operations that typically present unusual problems requiring strong technical skills.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of ABB supplied analytical equipment.
• Install and commission new and existing analytical field service equipment, conducting tests or experiments as needed.
• Upgrade complex applications based on new measurement and application requirements, leveraging extensive process experience.
• Apply application knowledge of refining processes to ensure the quality of the customer's refined products.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, recommending changes to improve performance and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct detailed inventories and inspections to determine necessary maintenance and repairs.
• Follow ABB's and customer's safety policies and procedures during work assignments.
• Complete all required paperwork including service tickets, travel and living expenses, and time entry.
• Collaborate with the Service and Sales team to identify business opportunities and develop customer relationships.

Requirements

• Associates' degree in engineering preferably in Analytical, Instrumentation or Electrical; OR a high school diploma with a minimum of 4 years of related engineering/field experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Technical skills in startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, preventive, and unplanned maintenance of products.
• Experience with gas chromatography and understanding of FTIR.
• Ability to travel up to 75% domestically.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellbeing program
• Healthcare plan