Field Support Calibration Technician/Engineer

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Ralliant is seeking a Field Support Calibration Technician/Engineer to perform on-site calibration and repair of electronic test equipment across Germany, based in Köln with full-time onsite work. You will execute moderate to high complexity calibrations, apply ISO/IEC 17025 and measurement uncertainty principles, and record calibrations with MET/CAL and other systems while serving as the primary Tektronix onsite representative. The ideal candidate has a technical degree, several years of calibration experience, solid metrology knowledge, fluency in German and English, and willingness to travel plus leadership potential. To apply please tailor your resume to project outcomes, quantify improvements, highlight MET/CAL or automation experience, and include a concise cover letter and references.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform onsite calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, and basic repair of electronic test and measurement equipment at customer locations across Germany.
• Execute moderate to high-complexity calibrations of General Purpose and RF instruments, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, DMMs, power supplies, and multifunction calibrators.
• Apply ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, measurement uncertainty principles, and quality standards to ensure accurate and compliant calibration services.
• Create and maintain calibration records, certificates, labels, and service documentation using internal systems and calibration management software (including MET/CAL).
• Support the complete onsite calibration process, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within agreed customer timeframes.
• Serve as the primary Tektronix representative onsite, delivering outstanding customer support and technical guidance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of calibration procedures, quality processes, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Progressively take on team coordination and supervisory responsibilities as the onsite calibration business expands, while remaining actively involved in customer-facing calibration activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Metrology, Measurement Technology, or a related technical field.
• Several years of experience in electrical/electronic test and measurement calibration.
• Extensive hands-on experience with calibration, troubleshooting, and optimization of a broad range of electronic test and measurement instruments.
• Strong knowledge of metrology principles, ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, measurement uncertainty, and quality management systems.
• Experience with calibration software and automation tools; familiarity with MET/CAL is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office applications, and Excel.
• Excellent customer service, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a field-based environment.
• Fluent in German and English, with willingness to travel extensively to customer sites and the motivation to grow into future leadership responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with industry-leading test and measurement technologies.
• Extensive technical training and professional development.
• High level of autonomy and customer interaction.
• International and innovative work environment.

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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Tektronix

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

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