Installation Field Service Technician , West Coast

Main Responsibilities

• Lead on-site installation and commissioning of Bluefors dilution refrigerator systems at customer facilities across your assigned region.
• Partner with the U.S. Service team and Finland engineering team during complex installations to ensure successful system deployment and knowledge transfer.
• Perform pre-installation site assessments and communicate customer site requirements before installation activities begin.
• Execute functional testing, initial system cooldowns, and validation according to Bluefors installation procedures.
• Document system configurations, installation activities, and technical findings for long-term service records.
• Support preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and on-site service activities between installation assignments.
• Travel throughout your assigned region, with occasional travel to other regions as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Achieve at least three years of hands-on experience in field service, systems installation, or technical operations within a precision engineering environment.
• Experience working with complex electro-mechanical systems requiring precise assembly, testing, and validation.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with internal engineering and service teams.
• Comfortable working in laboratory environments, including cleanrooms and confined technical spaces.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 60%.
• Motivation to continuously learn new technologies and develop new technical skills.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science degree or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience with cryogenic equipment, vacuum systems, or high-vacuum technology.
• Experience supporting quantum computing, defense, semiconductor, or academic research environments.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar field service management software.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and a structured approach to technical challenges.
• Professional, customer-focused communication style and collaborative mindset.

Skills

• Technical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with internal engineering and service teams.
• Comfortable working in laboratory environments, including cleanrooms and confined technical spaces.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 60%.
• Motivation to continuously learn new technologies and develop new technical skills.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid training, vacation, personal and sick time.
• The opportunity to earn an annual performance bonus.

Pay

$70,000–$100,000 annually

Schedule

Hybrid environment, including office, laboratory, and customer site settings.