About this role
JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We continuously innovate and anticipate changes in medical science and technology, helping people live healthier lives at every stage. Working at Abbott means joining a company that values growth, development, diversity, and innovation.
You'll have the opportunity to build your career with a globally recognized organization consistently ranked among the world's most admired companies and best places to work. The Opportunity Abbott Core Diagnostics is seeking a Service Engineer Intern to join our Johannesburg team. Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics worldwide, supporting healthcare professionals with critical information used to diagnose and monitor hundreds of medical conditions.
As a Service Engineer Intern, you will receive hands-on exposure to the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of advanced diagnostic instruments while working alongside experienced field service professionals. You will Learn: Perform system installations, repairs, and servicing at customer sites. Support major product upgrades on diagnostic systems.
Provide technical troubleshooting and service support. Assist customers with basic operational and troubleshooting guidance. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer support.
Deliver proactive maintenance and service interventions. Develop technical expertise on Abbott diagnostic instruments and technologies. Minimum Requirements Completed ( i.e you cannot be currently studying ) - National Diploma or Degree in: Electrical Engineering Clinical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Biomedical Engineering You must have a valid drivers Licence , and Ideally your own vehicle (reliable daily access to a vehicle.) Residing in Gauteng and willing to travel within surrounding areas.
Available to start immediately. Please note you Cannot be currently working , or currently in an internship. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY: Field Services DIVISION: CRLB Core Lab LOCATION: South Africa > Johannesburg : Abbott Place ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 50 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Yes SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable