What does a Technical Services Engineer do?
Technical services engineers provide tech support and other IT services, often for highly technical systems or those used by customers in technical or scientific fields. They guide the setup and installation process, ensure all systems and programs are working well together, and assist with resolving any issues or conflicts. They help with configuration or modification of new or existing systems and programs. They also assist with security issues or questions.
Technical services engineers typically have at least a bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field, although an advanced degree is an advantage. They must have excellent analytical skills and good problem-solving abilities. Hands-on experience with program installation and integration is expected. Proficiency with programming languages is helpful, as is experience using troubleshooting tools and programs.
- Answer full range of technical sales support questions (products, process, or industry).
- Interface with customers to provide product information and instructions.
- Provide backup support to other technicians.
- Prepare and send work orders for processing weekly payroll time reports.
- Assist in keeping up with shop tools and their condition.
- Oversee project-based Alpha testing of new products and modified products when required.
- Review technician reports daily for accuracy, appropriate detail, and completion.
- Maintain documentation for internal cataloging procedures and local standards.
- Assist dealer, direct or end user service personnel in troubleshooting and diagnosing technical parts issues.
- Provide specifications according to which the solution is defined, managed, and delivered.
- Collaborate with product, engineering and other technical stakeholders on delivery of key solutions for the customer.
- Deliver training to individuals or groups of customers and/or employees.
- Resolve inquiries from library staff regarding bibliographic records and holdings.
- Assist dealers and end-users with parts lookup and machine troubleshooting.
- Conduct system training for client administrators and developers when applicable.
- This supervisor must also interface extensively with all internal departments and work collaboratively to satisfy customer needs in balance with Inovonics' internal goals and objectives.
- Advocate and evangelize 'best practice' approaches to client set ups to ensure long term success and value for clients.
- Ensure implementations meet client specific missions and solve core challenges around effective, efficient and engage communications
- Stay up-to-date on the latest process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems.
- Effectively communicate your insights and plans to cross-functional team members.
- Assess the needs of each client. Recommend and document solutions.
- Demonstrate and ensure timely and thorough communication of strategy, deliverable status, and results.
- Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in computer science, electronics, engineering, technology or mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with Linux, C#, Jira, APIs, Agile, R Language, and Cloud software and systems.
- Is a leader and problem solver.
- Demonstrated time management skills.
- A quick learner and collaborator with an eye for continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to react and act professionally under pressure.
How much does a Technical Services Engineer make near United States?
Base Pay
Additional Pay
$108,026
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Technical Services Engineer Insights
Global Trade Plaza“Work life balance depends on project but overall I see Work life balance is good.”
IBM“Work life balance depends on project but overall I see Work life balance is good.”
Pulsar Security“Everyone at the company is looking to help grow you as a person and in your career.”
Mercer“Good learning Work life balance is good”
HKT“Good good good good good”
Unidad Techno Labs“I have been working as a technical service engineer it is a better place & good work coordination”
IBM“Good work and life balance”
Epic“Otherwise pay is decent but not an incentive to stay.”
Frequently asked questions about the roles and responsibilities of a Technical Services Engineer
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- Field Service Technician
- Technical Services Manager
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