Applications & Customization Engineer

Applications & Customization Engineer
Location: Columbia, MD
Salary: $73,000 to $75,000 per year

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What can Shimadzu offer YOU?

• Our Culture - A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation - Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits - Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth - Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits - Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance - Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education - Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks - Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility - Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement - Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one's career and personal development

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:

• For Service, Technical Support, Marketing & Sales Roles: Additional compensation is available through either an Incentive and/or Commission Plan.
• For Employees who reside in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and California: Additional compensation is offered through a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking an Application & Customization Engineer to support the design, configuration, testing, and documentation of custom gas chromatography (GC) solutions. This hands-on role is critical to delivering client-ready systems that meet exacting technical standards and application needs. You will work closely with R&D, service, and marketing teams to refine builds, adapt applications, and elevate GC system performance.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Build and troubleshoot GC systems based on flow schematic criteria and custom specifications
• Create, review, and edit Visio gas flow schematics and internal documentation
• Perform application troubleshooting and method adaptation as needed
• Evaluate build processes and contribute technical recommendations for improvements
• Author internal publications and technical support documents for Shimadzu teams
• Train colleagues on system operation, product theory, and maintenance procedures
• Provide limited field support and system installations
• Accurately document system builds, part usage, defects, and solutions using proper protocols

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a Technical Certification with 2 or more years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience in analytical instrumentation, with a focus on GC systems preferred
• Strong mechanical, chemical, and electronic troubleshooting skills
• Ability to interpret schematics and adapt system configurations based on application criteria
• Clear written and verbal communication with a strong attention to documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently while supporting and collaborating with team members

At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment.

Compensation & Benefits:

This exempt, full-time position offers a starting salary range of $73,000 to $75,000 annually, paid semi-monthly. Eligible benefits include a 401K matching program and discretionary yearly contributions, with detailed information provided at the final interview stage. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 scheduled holidays, and 3 floating holidays. After one year, you'll have access to a generous short-term disability program, with premiums fully covered by the company. Employees are insured at 100% of their salary for the first 6 weeks and 66 2/3% for weeks 7 to 12.

For more details on benefits, please visit www.ssi.shimadzu.com/jobs.

Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.

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Bachelors of Chemistry (required)

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