Instrument Technician – Soft Flow NPD Program

Drive Innovation in Sustainable Food Analysis at FOSS 

At FOSS, innovation isn’t just a value - it’s in our DNA. Our mission to enable more sustainable use of the world’s food resources is shared by more than 300 dedicated R&D professionals located in two global innovation hubs. We develop industry-leading analytical solutions that empower food and agricultural businesses worldwide - and we’re just getting started. 
 
We are looking for a technically skilled and experienced Instrument Technician to join our New Product Development Program within the Research and Development department.  

Our team culture is open, transparent, and built on helping each other when needed. We value clear prioritization, even in a dynamic environment with multiple shifting tasks. 

About the Role 

You as Instrument Technician are hands-on in the NPD project(s) and are part of the program team, building and maintaining functional models and prototypes together with the rest of the project team. You will contribute to the development of unique, dedicated instruments known for being fast, precise, and easy-to-use. 

You will work closely with the other project team members to ensure that all instruments are functioning properly and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner to ensure that the project progresses as planned, as well as our FOSS instruments are maintained and in working order. 

Some travel could occasionally be expected to support, e.g. R&D field test activities. 

Your Key Responsibilities 

 • Build and maintain test setups and instruments (functional models and prototypes). 

• Execute hardware updates and changes across both mechanical and electronic components. 

• Perform software and firmware updates to ensure all test setups and instruments are aligned with the latest versions. 

• Maintain and troubleshoot instruments and related equipment, diagnosing problems promptly and developing a practical understanding of system performance. 

• Create technical drawings of cables and other instrument components. 

• Monitor and report on instrument status, including updates and identified issues. 

• Follow all safety protocols and consistently maintain a safe working environment. 

• Support the Lead Mechanical Engineer in new product introduction activities (design tasks, BOM preparation, documentation, and assembly support, etc). 

Who You Are 

You’re a team player with a good sense of humor and a collaborative mindset. You’re curious, driven, and motivated by challenges. You have a passion for practical hands-on work.  

Why Join FOSS? 

At FOSS, you’ll be part of an international company that is a global leader in analytical solutions for food and agriculture. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, dedicated colleagues, and real-world challenges that matter. Expect a collaborative culture grounded in trust, openness, and teamwork - where your ideas are welcomed and your contributions valued. 

Ready to shape the future of food analysis? 

Join FOSS and lead the way in sustainable innovation. 

Send your application and relevant documentation, through the link below. Please note that only applications sent through the link will be considered. We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis; therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

All applications for vacant positions will be welcomed and will be considered on the relative merits of the applicant against the role profile for the position regardless of nationality, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief. 

FOSS 

FOSS contributes to the sustainable use of our planet’s agricultural resources and thus to the nutrition and health of the people of the world. We make it our business to build analytical solutions, which add value by improving food quality and optimizing production, from raw material to finished products. FOSS helps optimize the use of food and agricultural resources by enabling customers to run intelligent, data-driven productions with less waste, better quality, bigger yields, and more optimal use of raw materials. Always at the forefront of analytical technology development, FOSS provides a range of analytical solutions from laboratory to at-line and in-line solutions, across industries from dairy to grain and meat. FOSS provides instruments and solutions to the world’s 100 largest food companies and for more than 60 years, FOSS has been innovating analytical technology. FOSS was founded by Nils Foss in Hillerød in 1956. We are a family-owned, global company and our products and services are sold all around the world. FOSS employs more than 1,700 highly qualified people worldwide.