Field Support Engineer (Hybrid)

Field Support Engineer

As a Field Support Engineer, you will make an impact by delivering hands-on IT support for end-user hardware. You will be a valued member of the team and work closely with the Healthcare team.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver hands-on IT support for end-user hardware (desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices), with a focus on clinical and warehouse environments.
• Travel to remote clinic locations to install, maintain, and troubleshoot IT systems and ensure minimal downtime.
• Install and maintain clinical peripherals (e.g., medical printers, barcode scanners, label printers) and ensure compliance with healthcare IT standards.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and basic network issues; escalate complex incidents as needed.
• Support audiovisual equipment, telemedicine tools, and video conferencing setups in clinics and office environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation for service tickets, site visits, hardware inventory, and software licenses.
• Collaborate with central IT and vendor teams for escalations, upgrades, and hardware procurement.
• Comply with local data privacy and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR) when working in healthcare environments.
• Participate in IT deployments, relocations, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Provide off-hours or weekend support as needed for critical site visits or go-lives.
• Build relationships and trust with customers and clients.
• Adhere to company's given rules and regulations.
• Team up with colleagues and other team members.
• Receive and review assigned tickets.
• Prioritize tickets based on urgency and SLA.
• Perform clinic onsite (travel required) or remote troubleshooting.
• Install or configure devices (laptops, printers, scanners, etc.).
• Coordinate with dispatch or RDS for parts or escalations.
• Update ticket status and resolution notes.
• Engage in knowledge sharing or SOP review sessions.
• Report unresolved issues or blockers to team lead.
• Track and report daily productivity (tickets resolved, pending).

Work model:

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an Hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client office in Franklin, TN.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered:

• Great communication skills to work with customers.
• Amazing problem-solving skills.
• A technical degree is preferable.
• Ability to diagnose problems with equipment taking remote actions as required.
• Great mechanical aptitude.
• Experience and required skills required for this role:
• 3-5 years related experience.
• 1. Windows Operating Systems (Windows 10, Windows 11), MAC OS.
• 2. Office 365, and Microsoft Software (SharePoint, Teams).
• 3. PC Hardware troubleshooting and PLC's, scanners, printers.
• Travel required: Yes.
• Technicians are expected to travel between 50 to 200 Miles on occasion to cover nearby sites.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until September 18, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $37,800 to $59,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information:

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.