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Remote Field Engineer Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Field Application Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site +1

$54.30K - $81.04K/yr

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Field Application Engineer

Brentwood, TN · On-site +1

$54.30K - $81.04K/yr

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Field Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Field Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, troubleshooting, and system installation, often supported by a relevant engineering degree or certification. Familiarity with remote diagnostic tools, field service management software, and industry-specific equipment is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and self-motivation are essential soft skills for working independently and supporting clients from a distance. These abilities are crucial for delivering timely technical solutions, maintaining customer satisfaction, and ensuring operational efficiency in remote environments.

How does a Remote Field Engineer effectively coordinate with on-site teams and clients while working off-site?

As a Remote Field Engineer, clear communication is essential since you are not physically present on the job site. Most companies rely on video conferencing, project management tools, and real-time reporting platforms to keep remote engineers in the loop. You'll often schedule regular check-ins with on-site teams, review digital documentation, and provide technical guidance remotely. Building strong relationships with both on-site staff and clients helps ensure issues are addressed quickly and projects stay on track. Being proactive and responsive to messages or calls is key to maintaining trust and efficiency in this remote collaboration model.

What is a Remote Field Engineer?

A Remote Field Engineer is a technical professional who provides engineering support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for equipment or systems, often from a remote location rather than on-site. They use digital tools and communication technologies to diagnose issues, guide repairs, and ensure the smooth operation of machinery or infrastructure. Remote Field Engineers can work in various industries, such as telecommunications, energy, or IT, and may occasionally travel to client sites if necessary. Their role helps minimize downtime and supports clients or teams in locations where specialized technical expertise is needed but not always physically present.
What are the most commonly searched types of Field Engineer jobs in Tennessee? The most popular types of Field Engineer jobs in Tennessee are:
What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Remote Field Engineer jobs? Cities in Tennessee with the most Remote Field Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Remote Field Engineer job openings in Tennessee as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution.
Field Service Engineer (Field Remote - Nashville, TN))

Field Service Engineer (Field Remote - Nashville, TN))

PerkinElmer

Nashville, TN • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


PerkinElmer rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Field Service Engineer (Field Remote - Nashville, TN))
Location(s)
US Remote - TN
Job Description
The Field Service Engineer provides highly visible customer support through the performance of on-site installation, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems. The Field Engineer will instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of the system and serve as company liaison with customer on administrative and technical matters for assigned projects. This role may include any aspect of field support, and is not limited to system hardware and software, PCs, and networking/wireless networking.
Location: Seeking engineers for Remote Field roles servicing customers located in the Nashville, TN area.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Perform installations, maintenance, validations, and repairs while ensuring compliance with PerkinElmer's service standards and key performance indicators.
  • Engage with customers to understand their analytical workflows and tailor service offerings, including training, support, and upgrades.
  • Enhance account profitability through efficient service execution and by identifying revenue opportunities such as billable work, consumables, and service leads.
  • Maintain assigned assets, including tools, test equipment (MTE), telecommunication equipment, and service parts inventory.
  • Enhance PerkinElmer's product quality by proactively reporting improvement opportunities via the quality notification process.
  • Attend higher level certification through participation in company sponsored training & development offerings
  • Complete all administrative tasks, including but not limited to time reporting and assigned training.
  • Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time
Critical Skills:
  • Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate information clearly and accurately.
  • Technical critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
  • Outstanding customer service skills complemented by an ability to listen to and interpret client requests.
  • Aptitude for technical and practical matters.
  • MS Office skills: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word.
  • Excellent team player with a customer satisfaction focus.
  • Ability to follow and create written and verbal directions, read and understand technical bulletins and service manuals, work under time constraints, maintain alertness and concentration, and work safely with potential hazards.

Basic Qualification:
  • BA Bachelor Degree in Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Electronics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline including military experience plus 3 years direct experience with repair of laboratory equipment OR
  • Associate Degree in Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Electronics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline including military experience plus 5 years direct experience with repair of laboratory equipment OR
  • High School Diploma plus 7+ years direct experience with repair of laboratory equipment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Detailed knowledge of analytical equipment, laboratory environment, and/or instrument control software
  • Vendor issued certification on relevant laboratory equipment
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety practices as defined by the Company and/or the customer's site safety code
  • Ability to travel by air, vehicle and/or other means of transportation as business requires. Travel will vary depending on territory requirements and/or customer base typically up to 50% of the time. (Car, laptop, and phone are company provided).
  • Valid driver's license and safe motor vehicle operation.

Working Environment:
  • Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory.
  • Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time.
  • The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.
  • Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds (potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds).
  • Specific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation, the ability to observe details at close range distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position.
  • Occasionally operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
  • Employee may be required to handle hazardous waste according to local, state, and federal regulations. Duties may include identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing and labeling hazardous waste.
  • Potential risk to lab-based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals.
  • May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $70,200.00 to $80,000.00. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.