Lab Operations Engineer

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions•Spring House, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services across multiple industries. This role supports process systems in clinical and non-clinical regulated bioanalytics laboratories at a PSS client site. Responsibilities may include direct support for automation asset maintenance, system security, data management, obsolescence initiatives, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and compliance needs. The Laboratory Operations Engineer supports compliant laboratory operations in collaboration with divisional and enterprise information teams, global infrastructure, and risk and security organizations. The role supports GxP equipment throughout its lifecycle, applies computer system validation expertise, manages instrument maintenance and calibration schedules, and coordinates service work with vendors, service engineers, and facilities staff. The position also supports equipment applications and temperature monitoring systems, continuous improvement, reporting and analytics, compliance documentation, audits, and training.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree in engineering science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Authorization to work in the country indefinitely without sponsorship.
Experience in a GLP or GMP laboratory, preferably in a bioanalytical setting.
Proven experience in validation activities and associated quality functions.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence others and promote inclusion, feedback, and empowerment.
Highly organized, with the ability to multitask and manage multiple equipment or system schedules, documents, and maintenance tasks.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort interacting with diverse on-site and off-site collaborators.
Ability to follow SOPs and contribute insight into continuous improvement.
Ability to apply general company business knowledge developed through education or experience.
Ability to understand and apply regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the role.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
Reliable daily transportation to and from the site; the site is not accessible by public transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a bioanalytical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

Support process systems in clinical and non-clinical regulated bioanalytics laboratories, including automation asset maintenance, system security, data management, obsolescence initiatives, SDLC, and compliance needs.
Collaborate with divisional and enterprise information teams, global infrastructure, and risk and security organizations to support regulated laboratory programs.
Support the lifecycle of GxP equipment, including acquisition, installation, maintenance, and retirement.
Apply computer system validation expertise to laboratory equipment such as automated liquid handlers, plate readers, and PCR systems.
Maintain instrument service schedules and ensure timely calibration and maintenance in accordance with departmental SOPs.
Coordinate service activities with vendors, service engineers, and facilities staff.
Develop working knowledge of laboratory equipment, including liquid handlers, plate washers/readers, and PCR systems.
Serve as system administrator for equipment applications, including temperature monitoring systems, and assist with controlled-temperature units and alarm handling.
Collaborate with laboratory operations staff across bioanalytical labs and sites on process improvement, cross-training, and cross-site support.
Support routine operations and promote continuous improvement.
Assist in developing reporting, analytics, and visualization solutions for local clinical operations and administrative business processes.
Ensure automation systems remain in a validated state through ongoing lifecycle management and compliance with current GxP requirements.
Review documents, preventive maintenance, and SOPs for compliance with GxP practices and corporate safety requirements.
Enhance the existing LAMP infrastructure to track equipment preventive maintenance in the client’s department.
Enter preventive and corrective maintenance services in the electronic laboratory logbook as part of compliance support.
Oversee outsourced pipette calibration and maintain records in the electronic logbook.
Generate and review out-of-calibration impact reports, share them with management, and take appropriate actions.
Perform Hamilton verification after preventive or corrective maintenance and document verification in the electronic laboratory logbook.
Use technical knowledge to ensure efficient operation of automated processing and information technology systems.
Participate in compliance audits and training programs.
Provide client services support for business-area laboratory applications.