General Lab Equipment Engineer

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.

With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job TitleGeneral Lab Equipment EngineerLocation(s)AZ DISC Cambridge (UK) – Customer SiteJob DescriptionWe are looking for a General Lab Engineer (GLE) to join the team located at one of our client sites. Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

Successful Candidate will manage, organize and implement day-to-day Laboratory Instrument Support activities through liaison and discussion with customers', PKI Planners, TLS Engineers and the Lead Scheduler. The role provides high quality specialist engineering support to a wide range of laboratory equipment within the scientific community such as Balances, Centrifuges, Incubators etc.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure prompt, flexible, customer-focused equipment support whilst maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and engineering standardsDiagnose faults on complex equipment and systems utilizing the multi-disciplinary support internal and external to the team to produce a satisfactory solutionPlan & carry out engineering maintenance and commissioning work associated with scientific equipment and systems in a safe, cost-effective manner to ensure minimum business disruptionUse technical knowledge to identify and source components and servicesCreate, manage and review supporting documentation e.g. service reportsSupport users in the preparation/design of operating procedures, SOPs, Change Control and the deviation, manuals and drawingsManage the availability of essential spares to support the range of equipment and systems used within the R&D facilities in a cost-effective mannerSupport contract management in the set-up, renewal and budget of contractsMonitor the performance of the scientific equipment and systems using Key Performance Indicators to instigate improvements and influence changesSupport to PKI Management Team to ensure all activities are completedEnsure that a full and detailed task specific Risk Assessment/Method Statement is completed prior to any work commencingTake reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of other people who could be affected by their acts or omissionsReport any accidents or near misses that they experience, or witness, to their Line ManagementCo-operate and assist in all aspects of health and safety procedures introduced by management for their well-beingWear personal protective equipment when conditions require or when required to do so by the relevant risk assessment, method statement or mandatory signageCritical

skills and experience

Experience within the Laboratory Instrument Support sector across a wide range of scientific equipment. Ideal candidate will be currently working as a laboratory engineer with any of centrifuges. Incubators, balances, vacuum pumps, fridges, freezers, Water purifiers, plate washers/readersVery Strong relationship management and excellent communication skills/influencing skills.

Ability to work to own initiative but team orientated and able to work with minimal supervisionStrong analytical skills with proven ability to break down and solve complex problems in a logical and structured approach. Knowledge and understanding of EHS proceduresExperience of working in a fast paced, operational environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High customer focus. Basic

Qualifications

Technical Engineering Qualification or Apprenticeship. L3 engineering discipline. PC literate in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).Working Environment: Role is site based on a customer site in Cambridge, 5 day a week, Monday to Friday.

Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory. Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time.

The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite Frequently operating around instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.

May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.

What we offer

25 days of annual leave plus all Bank HolidaysIncome Protection Insurance that ensures your income is protected when life takes the unexpected turnLife Assurance for added peace of mindAccess to our WeCare Programme, offering medical, mental health, legal, and financial supportMyStrength – a personalised wellbeing appAXA Health & Wellbeing App to help you stay on top of your healthPrivate Medical Insurance, including Doctor at Hand for 24/7, 365 access to a GPEnhanced company pension contributions (subject to increased employee contribution) to help you plan for the futureExclusive discounts via Benefit Hub and BHN ExtrasGenerous employee referral rewardsSeason Ticket Loan Scheme to make commuting easierCycle to Work Scheme promoting a healthier, greener commuteSummaryLocation: AZ DISC Cambridge (UK) – Customer SiteType: Full time

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