Alcon

Field Service Engineer - Surgical (Nashville, TN)

Tennessee, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, HealthcareIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Onsite
  • Job Type: Full time
  • Territory: Nashville, TN
  • Travel Requirements: Approximately 30% overnights

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an expansive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon!

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be trusted to work on providing technical advice to customers including commissioning, installing, and testing of products/equipment in a field-based role.

Responsibilities

  • Perform corrective and preventive maintenance, retrofits, upgrades and system installations.
  • Establish and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Promptly address customer concerns, quality assurance and medical safety issues.
  • Manage daily schedule while maintaining proper and timely communications with customers, dispatch, managers, regional and cross-functional teams.
  • Maintain all administrative responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Assist Sales, Clinical and In-house teams including other Field Engineers as needed.
  • Manage inventory, keep accurate records, and promptly return unused and failed parts.
  • Promote service contract offerings and assist Inside Sales Specialist in selling service agreements to customers within the assigned territory.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc. +6 yrs; M.S.)
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
  • 2 Years of Relevant Experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Resolve problems, think analytically and communicate professionally in high pressure, time-sensitive customer environments.
  • Experience working with advanced medical devices and with medical devices that use lasers.
  • Accustomed to working with hospital operating room and surgery center protocols.
  • Working knowledge of ServiceMax / CRM tools.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds – i.e., tools, replacement parts, etc.

Company Information

  • Relocation assistance: No
  • Sponsorship Available: No

How to Thrive at Alcon: Imagine your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities. Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career! Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, and much more! See your impact at alcon.com/careers.

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting
Customer service
Equipment installation
Preventive and corrective maintenance
Inventory management
Communication in English
Problem-solving
Medical device experience

Alcon

Specializes in eye care products and solutions

About Alcon

Alcon specializes in eye care products and vision solutions aimed at improving people's quality of life through better vision. Their product offerings include solutions for cataract surgery, retinal health, and contact lenses. Alcon's products work by utilizing advanced technology and research to provide effective treatments and aids for various eye conditions. What sets Alcon apart from its competitors is its strong emphasis on research and development, ensuring that they remain leaders in the eye care industry. The company's goal is to enhance vision and overall quality of life for individuals while promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Geneva, SwitzerlandHeadquarters
1945Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision coverage
HSA Medical Plan
PTO
Paid Parental leave
401k
Retirement Plan Company Contribution
Low payroll deductions
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Annual Bonus
Free Family Contact Lens Program
12 Company Paid Holidays

Risks

FDA recall of contact lenses may harm Alcon's reputation and financial standing.
Antitrust case denial could lead to legal challenges and financial penalties.
Innovative competitors like Signal12 threaten Alcon's market share in eye care.

Differentiation

Alcon leads in eye care with a broad product portfolio and global reach.
The company invests heavily in R&D, ensuring cutting-edge vision solutions.
Alcon's commitment to diversity and inclusion strengthens its corporate culture.

Upsides

Acquisition of BELKIN Vision enhances Alcon's glaucoma treatment options with DSLT technology.
Orbis Flying Eye Hospital project boosts Alcon's global presence and eye care standards.
Recognition as a top employer in Singapore attracts and retains top talent.

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