Service Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts
Service engineer jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, with the state's life sciences corridor, advanced manufacturing base, and dense concentration of medical device and semiconductor equipment companies driving consistent openings from entry-level field technicians through senior applications engineers. Boston, Waltham, and Marlborough are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Raytheon Technologies, and Boston Scientific, which maintain major Massachusetts operations and hire service engineers on an ongoing basis. The most in-demand specialties include biomedical equipment service, semiconductor process tool support, and industrial automation systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Boston, MA, United States
- Not Remote
- Customer Support & Training
- JOB218761
Company Description
It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.
We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.
The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.
If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.
Job Description
Primary Function of Position
As a Field Service Engineer 2 at Intuitive, you will be an integral part of our dedicated team, responsible for the installation, support, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of all our products within your management designated area of responsibility. Your primary focus will be to ensure that all service agreements and warranty obligations are met and surpassed, while consistently exceeding customer expectations. This role demands expertise in electro-mechanical systems, acquired through specialized training, as well as exceptional customer service and communication skills. As a Field Service Engineer 2, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our valued customers, providing technical expertise, resolving issues, and delivering outstanding support. Join us in our commitment to excellence and innovation as we continue to revolutionize the industry.
Essential Job Duties
- Understand and comply with all department and company policies
- Provide management with a quarterly review and assessment of your assigned area of responsibility
- Proficiency in accurately documenting service activities, maintaining records, and providing comprehensive reports to stakeholders
- Complete all administrative tasks in the required time frame
- Provide technical support to end-users and other Intuitive employees
- Conduct training sessions at Intuitive facilities, training centers, and hospitals
- Perform various scheduled maintenance activities such as system inspections, preventive maintenance, software updates, system recalls, field actions, and upgrades
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all Intuitive products and associated equipment in accordance with procedures and within designated timeframes
- Coordinate and perform system and hardware delivery and installation
- Competent in knowledge and implementation of O.R. protocol and HIPAA standards
- Complete all administrative duties, which include, but not limited to; Spare parts inventory, Field Activity Reports, Return Material Authorizations, Expense Reports etc. within specified timeframes
- Maintain all Intuitive-provided items, such as issued tools, calibrated tool sets, employee vehicles, laptops, iPads, and other company-owned assets
- Support and collaborate with Intuitive teams to facilitate company goals; eg. Assist Sales teams with trade show support, assist Genesis teams with sterile reprocessing training, provide hospital contacts to other Intuitive teams, etc…
- Provide feedback to HQ and take part in continuous improvement projects as required to improve processes and identify efficiencies
- Complete all required or assigned training, including equipment training for all Intuitive products, Intuitive Surgical University classes, and professional development courses as directed by management
- Manage all aspects of your assigned area of responsibility, including responding to customer needs, maintaining system install base configurations, customer contacts, establishing a rapport with assigned customer base, and providing support for customer training and events
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders to achieve common goals
- Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues efficiently, utilizing strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to Travel up to 75% and within the travel and expense policy as required by management to fulfill the specific needs of the role
- Willingness to perform ad hoc tasks assigned by management
- Reside within a reasonable distance, typically within 30 miles, of the assigned territory location or other designated area as required by management to fulfill the specific needs of the role
- Ability to work a flex shift, second shift, or other type of shift as required by management to fulfill the specific needs of the role
- Demonstrate individual characteristics expected of Intuitive personnel (eg. Character, capacity, energy, experience)
Required Education and Training
- Associate’s degree in related field or equivalent training/experience
Working Conditions
- Ability to lift 75 lbs. and move wheeled objects up to 1,200 lbs.
- Clean driving record
- Ability to obtain and maintain Vendor Credentialing approval for access to operating rooms
- Compliance with all necessary vaccination requirements as mandated by the vendor credentialing process
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Minimum 1 year of Field Service Experience preferred
- Proven track record of troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems required
- Good written and oral communication skills
- General computer skills
- Comfortable working off hours with limited support
- Excellent administrative and record keeping skills
Additional Information
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
Mandatory Notices
U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.
Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).
For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.
Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:
Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at HRHelpNow@intusurg.com.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target base compensation ranges are listed.
Base Compensation Range Region 1: $41 USD - $55 USD
Base Compensation Range Region 2: $37 USD - $50 USD
Shift: Weekend
Workplace Type: Remote - This job will be remote and/or the job is designed to be performed outside of the office. Employees will come onsite when requested by the leader.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in service engineer jobs across Massachusetts.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering technology
- Experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex electromechanical or laboratory equipment
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals
- Strong customer-facing communication skills for on-site client interactions
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout Massachusetts and New England
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems and service documentation tools
Service Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a service engineer in Massachusetts?
Most service engineer roles in Massachusetts require an associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field such as electrical engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or biomedical equipment technology. Massachusetts does not issue a general state license for service engineers, but roles involving medical devices or clinical equipment often expect candidates to hold or pursue a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician credential through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. Major Massachusetts employers typically provide on-the-job training and manufacturer certification programs.
Which companies hire service engineers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring service engineers in Massachusetts right now include Optos, Oxford Instruments, and Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of life sciences, defense electronics, and industrial automation companies means service engineer demand is spread across both large multinationals and specialized equipment manufacturers throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most service engineer jobs?
Boston, Marlborough, and Woburn account for the largest share of service engineer openings in Massachusetts. Boston anchors demand through its research hospital networks and biotech campuses, while Waltham and Marlborough draw openings from the dense cluster of medical device and semiconductor equipment firms along the Route 128 and Interstate 495 technology corridors.
Are there remote service engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Service engineering is fundamentally a hands-on role requiring on-site equipment installation, diagnostics, and repair, so most positions require regular travel to customer or facility locations. About 43% of service engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those exceptions tend to cover technical support, documentation, or pre-sales application engineering rather than field service work.
How can I get hired as a service engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for field service technician or biomedical equipment technician roles, which large Massachusetts employers such as Thermo Fisher Scientific and GE HealthCare use as stepping stones into full service engineer positions. Community colleges including Middlesex and Quinsigamond offer engineering technology programs that satisfy minimum requirements. A completed internship with a Massachusetts equipment manufacturer or a vendor certification from a major OEM adds meaningful credibility when experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to service engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to service engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries including life sciences, defense, and industrial automation. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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