Corteva Agriscience is looking for an innovative, highly motivated and business-partner centric R&D Service Engineer to join our Automation and Field Technologies (AFT) Service Engineering team located in the Indianapolis Indiana area. Local residence is required to fulfill the hands-on portions of the role. 

The qualified candidate will successfully build and maintain partnerships across the scientific community to deliver business impact solutions and dedication to provide highly qualified technical support, preventative maintenance, calibration, trouble shooting and issue resolution of laboratory Research equipment with a strong focus on analytical chemistry instruments.  The candidate will work both independently in a team setting, in collaboration with current team members and processes, and closely with OEM representatives.  

What You'll Do:

In this role, the primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following areas: 

• Hands-on support, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration,  and other highly skilled technical expertise for a wide array of analytical chemistry instruments (HPLC, LC, GC, MS, NMR, etc.) (Agilent, Sciex, Thermo, etc.). 

• Provide oversight, coordination, and direction relative to areas of instrument expertise (e.g., HPLC's) for training, support, PM's, GLP compliance, etc.  

• Leverage traditional support skills to resolve issues such as mechanical, electrical and software related issues. 

• Integrate and connect components of LC, GC and MS instruments. 

• Utilize work management software to track issue resolution, progress, instrument history and to communicate with business partners. 

• Document service records (including GLP compliance), asset management and safety inspections. 

• Collaborate with external vendors - Agilent, Shimadzu, Waters, Sciex, etc. 

• Assist in installation and validation of equipment into service. 

• Assist with OEM vendor coordination, site, and safety requirements. 

• Work in a business casual environment with flexible work/life opportunities. 

What Skills You Need:

The following requirements MUST be met for consideration of this position: 

• Bachelor's or Associates degree with course work related to analytical chemistry/mechanical or electrical engineering disciplines with 3-5 years of applicable experience or Bachelor's or Associates degree in Biology/Chemistry disciplines with solid proven experience with lab automation and instrumentation support and preventative maintenance. 

• Strong understanding of laboratory processes and applications in analytical chemistry and/or biological sciences. 

• Excellent problem solving, collaboration, communication, customer service and time management skills. 

• Proven ability to work across disciplines and deliver results on time. 

• Have the right to work in the U.S. without restriction. 

Competencies and Experience Desired:

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and thrives in a cross-functional team environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting laboratory hardware/software, driving preventative maintenance and GLP compliance, ensuring quality support resolutions, and maintaining site and safety protocols. A strong technical background in analytical chemistry instruments, excellent communication and documentation skills, and a service-oriented attitude are essential. Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technical skills in a dynamic research environment are highly valued. 

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