Garmin

Marine/RV Field Service Engineer 2


PayCompetitive
LocationGrand Rapids/Michigan
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 15921

      Overview



      We are seeking a full-time Field Service Engineer - Marine in our Grand Rapids, Michigan location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical support and training on Garmin and Marine Audio products to boat OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), RV (Recreational Vehicle) OEMs, OEM dealers and installing dealers.

      Essential Functions

      • Become highly knowledgeable in the specifications, capabilities, and operation of Garmin products, with emphasis on Garmin Marine and Audio Entertainment products
      • Be highly knowledgeable in boat systems, automotive electrical systems, and Marine OEMs
      • Travel to customer facilities to provide regular on-site support of Marine or RV Installations
      • Provide training on correct installation, calibration, set-up and operation of Garmin Marine and Audio Entertainment products and create written procedures
      • Assist in troubleshooting any problems with Garmin Marine and Audio Entertainment products and create regular monthly reports on the regular on-site support
      • Accompany Sales personnel on OEM and dealer sales calls, as needed, as well as assist the specification of Garmin or Audio Entertainment products for sales quotes
      • Answer customer and installer technical inquiries regarding Garmin and Audio Entertainment products
      • Monitor, document, and report failure trends in Garmin and Audio Entertainment equipment
      • Identify and recommend improvements in Garmin and Audio Entertainment products, documentation, and procedures
      • Review owner’s manuals, installation manuals, and maintenance manuals for completeness, technical accuracy, and areas likely to be misinterpreted
      • Communicate with Product Support and Warranty to identify problems that are occurring in the field and relate these problems and solutions back to the FSE Team
      • Represent Garmin and Audio Entertainment as required
      • Gather and communicate to Field Service Engineers new product information including set up, product specification, etc. as required
      • Act as embedded Garmin technical representative to ensure installations meet Garmin standards for quality and functionality
      • Respect and observe the rules and policies of the OEM while onsite and maintain professional and courteous demeanor with all OEM associates
      • Provide on-site support of Marine or RV OEM Installations and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment
      • Verify reported defective products at Customer’s facility
      • Train customer’s associates in the installation and operation of Garmin Marine, Audio Entertainment equipment and other related items
      • Meet all of productions needs related to Garmin including coordinating schedule with the production line and sea trials, taking care of problems that arise, and adjust priorities at a moment’s notice
      • Maintain communication with Garmin headquarters including documenting and completing reports on the work performed and reporting failures/tracking trends

      Basic Qualifications

      • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Military/Trade school training OR a minimum of 4 years relevant experience
      • Must possess a minimum of 4 years work experience performing marine, audio AND/OR RV electronic equipment installation/troubleshooting
      • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and a superior customer-oriented attitude
      • Must possess a demonstrated proficiency using personal computers and software applications, including Microsoft Word & Outlook
      • Must be positive, detail/quality oriented, organized, analytical, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment with excellent time management and follow-up skills

      Desired Qualifications

      • Previous experience in a Marine OEM, RV OEM, or installing dealer facility

      Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

      This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits


      Basic Qualifications

      • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Military/Trade school training OR a minimum of 4 years relevant experience
      • Must possess a minimum of 4 years work experience performing marine, audio AND/OR RV electronic equipment installation/troubleshooting
      • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and a superior customer-oriented attitude
      • Must possess a demonstrated proficiency using personal computers and software applications, including Microsoft Word & Outlook
      • Must be positive, detail/quality oriented, organized, analytical, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment with excellent time management and follow-up skills

      Desired Qualifications

      • Previous experience in a Marine OEM, RV OEM, or installing dealer facility

      Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

      This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits


      Essential Functions

      • Become highly knowledgeable in the specifications, capabilities, and operation of Garmin products, with emphasis on Garmin Marine and Audio Entertainment products
      • Be highly knowledgeable in boat systems, automotive electrical systems, and Marine OEMs
      • Travel to customer facilities to provide regular on-site support of Marine or RV Installations
      • Provide training on correct installation, calibration, set-up and operation of Garmin Marine and Audio Entertainment products and create written procedures
      • Assist in troubleshooting any problems with Garmin Marine and Audio Entertainment products and create regular monthly reports on the regular on-site support
      • Accompany Sales personnel on OEM and dealer sales calls, as needed, as well as assist the specification of Garmin or Audio Entertainment products for sales quotes
      • Answer customer and installer technical inquiries regarding Garmin and Audio Entertainment products
      • Monitor, document, and report failure trends in Garmin and Audio Entertainment equipment
      • Identify and recommend improvements in Garmin and Audio Entertainment products, documentation, and procedures
      • Review owner’s manuals, installation manuals, and maintenance manuals for completeness, technical accuracy, and areas likely to be misinterpreted
      • Communicate with Product Support and Warranty to identify problems that are occurring in the field and relate these problems and solutions back to the FSE Team
      • Represent Garmin and Audio Entertainment as required
      • Gather and communicate to Field Service Engineers new product information including set up, product specification, etc. as required
      • Act as embedded Garmin technical representative to ensure installations meet Garmin standards for quality and functionality
      • Respect and observe the rules and policies of the OEM while onsite and maintain professional and courteous demeanor with all OEM associates
      • Provide on-site support of Marine or RV OEM Installations and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment
      • Verify reported defective products at Customer’s facility
      • Train customer’s associates in the installation and operation of Garmin Marine, Audio Entertainment equipment and other related items
      • Meet all of productions needs related to Garmin including coordinating schedule with the production line and sea trials, taking care of problems that arise, and adjust priorities at a moment’s notice
      • Maintain communication with Garmin headquarters including documenting and completing reports on the work performed and reporting failures/tracking trends
  • About the company

      Garmin Ltd. is a Swiss-domiciled multinational technology company founded in 1989 by Gary Burrell and Min Kao in Lenexa, Kansas, United States, with headquarters in Olathe, Kansas.

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