Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer page is loaded## Field Service Engineerlocations : Durban - Kwazulu-Nataltime type : Full timeposted on : Posted Todaytime left to apply : End Date : November 20, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id : R- This role is part of Alcon's Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes. The Sr. Associate I, Field Technical Service Engineering (Science / Tech / Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for ensuring Alcon equipment at customer sites and demo equipment function effectively. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and manage installations and upgrades. This role requires advanced technical knowledge, analytical skills, and self-direction to drive project performance and innovation. Specifics include :

• Handle complex technical tasks to ensure Alcon equipment functions effectively as per specifications
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair Alcon surgical equipment within an assigned service territory, including preventative maintenance, installations, and upgrades per company guidelines
• Identify and correct complex problems associated with start-up
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new products or equipment upgrades that meet customer needs
• Develop ongoing relationships with customers to secure future business, including Annual Maintenance Contract / Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contract sales and renewals
• Instruct clients on the proper usage and operation of equipment
• Document and maintain clients’ service logs and prepare reports for product failure analysis and serviceability issues
• Escalate issues to relevant engineering teams
• Manage your daily schedule while maintaining proper and timely communications with customers, dispatch, managers, regional, and cross-functional teams
• Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control
• Complete all required training and meet individual job requirements to contribute to the overall compliance of the organization
• Commit to continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training. Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization. Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.
• WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON :
• Bachelors degree or diploma in electronic or electrical
• Experience in maintenance <+ 3 years
• Availability to travel internationally and domestically (85%)
• English is mandatory (fluent)
• HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON :
• A tailored talent and development plan.
• Professional opportunities for growth.
• Internal mobility opportunities within Alcon worldwide.
• Alcon Careers
• See your impact at alcon.com / career
• ATTENTION : Current Alcon Employee / Contingent Worker
• If you are currently an active employee / contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. #J-18808-Ljbffr