Scientific Equipment Engineer
PerkinElmer, Inc., Macclesfield, Cheshire East
Scientific Equipment Engineer
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PerkinElmer, Inc., Macclesfield, Cheshire East
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 days ago, 12 Nov | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 59529ad7b888476bb33ee71be8288a46
Location ref: Macclesfield, Cheshire East
Full Job Description
- Provide prompt, customer-focused first-line engineering support across a broad range of laboratory automation and analytical equipment.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and performance issues, using a structured approach to fault diagnosis and repair to restore equipment to service and minimise disruption to science.
- Provide hands-on support for laboratory automation equipment, including liquid handlers, robotics and integrated workcells, alongside a wider range of scientific and analytical instrumentation.
- Plan and undertake preventative maintenance, routine servicing, equipment health checks and appropriate calibration activities in accordance with site procedures.
- Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidic and instrumentation systems, using internal technical expertise and OEM support where required.
- Act as an on-site technical interface for equipment manufacturers and specialist service providers, supporting service visits, escalations, specialist repairs and warranty/contract call-outs.
- Identify and manage critical spares and consumables, supporting equipment reliability and obsolescence management.
- Complete appropriate GMP maintenance records, service reports and RAMS, and support Change Control, deviations and CAPA where required.
- Monitor equipment performance and relevant KPIs such as uptime and mean time to repair (MTTR), using recurring equipment issues to identify continuous-improvement opportunities.
- Build effective working relationships with equipment users, scientific teams, engineering colleagues and external service providers, providing clear communication around equipment status and technical issues.
- Support to PerkinElmer Management Team to ensure all activities are completed in a satisfactory manner
- Ensure that a full and detailed task specific Risk Assessment/Method Statement is completed prior to any work commencing
- Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of other persons who could be affected by their acts or omissions
- Report any accidents or near misses that they experience, or witness, to their Line Management
- Co-operate and assist in all aspects of health and safety procedures introduced by management for their well-being
- Wear personal protective equipment when conditions require or when required to do so by the relevant risk assessment, method statement or mandatory signage
Strong hands-on engineering and fault-finding skills across complex scientific or automated equipment. - Demonstrable experience supporting automation, robotics or integrated equipment systems.
- Good multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and fluidic systems.
- Ability to support a broad range of scientific equipment across different technologies and manufacturers.
- Experience of planned and reactive maintenance, including first-line diagnosis and repair.
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to work effectively with equipment users, technical teams and OEM service providers, HNC/HND level 4-5 in relevant engineering discipline.
- 5+ years' experience within the Laboratory Instrument Support sector across a wide range of scientific and/or automated systems.
- Advanced Modern Apprenticeship with NVQ 3 in engineering
- NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND, apprenticeship or degree in engineering, mechatronics or electrical/electronic discipline.
- Experience in laboratory, automation or equivalent maintenance roles; OEM/manufacturer training also considered.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo, SAP PM). Desirable:
- Experience with laboratory automation platforms
- Experience supporting robotics, liquid handling systems and integrated automated workcells.
- Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology or scientific R&D environments.
- Previous experience working to GMP requirements.
- OEM technical training on scientific or automation equipment.
- Experience of CMMS systems such as Maximo or SAP PM.
Site-based role in GMP laboratories and controlled areas requiring standard PPE. - Involves prolonged stationary work (>25%) alongside regular movement between labs, and bending, reaching or stretching around instruments.
- Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training and Fit Testing may be required. What we offer:
- 25 days of annual leave plus all Bank Holidays
- Income Protection Insurance that ensures your income is protected when life takes the unexpected turn
- Life Assurance for added peace of mind
- Access to our WeCare Programme, offering medical, mental health, legal, and financial support
- MyStrength - a personalised wellbeing app
- AXA Health & Wellbeing App to help you stay on top of your health
- Private Medical Insurance, including Doctor at Hand for 24/7, 365 access to a GP
- Enhanced company pension contributions (subject to increased employee contribution) to help you plan for the future
- Exclusive discounts via Benefit Hub and BHN Extras
- Generous employee referral rewards
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme to make commuting easier
- Cycle to Work Scheme promoting a healthier, greener commute
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/scientific-equipment-engineer-127733597