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Sr./ Principal Equipment Engineer (Mandarin Speaker)

GenScript, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

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GenScript We are looking for a proactive, technically skilled, and highly responsible Sr./ Principal Equipment Engineer to join our NJ operations team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong ownership, attention to detail, and a solutions-driven mindset to support and enhance our laboratory infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career path in equipment and facilities operations in the biotech industry. Primary Responsibilities include taking full ownership of the maintenance lifecycle for a wide range of lab equipment such as liquid handlers, HPLCs, biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, ULT freezers, incubators, PCR systems, autoclaves, and analytical instruments. Independently perform preventive maintenance and calibration; support troubleshooting and basic repairs for non-GMP laboratory instruments. Work closely with procurement and lab users to streamline spare parts strategy and preventive maintenance scheduling. Oversee external contractors' services; act as the primary on-site contact. Identify equipment lifecycle risks and proactively recommend upgrades, replacements, or mitigation plans. Maintain up-to-date service records, inventory tracking, and equipment history in CMMS (e.g., Limble) or Excel-based logs. Support laboratory setup, relocation, or expansion projects, including utility planning and equipment installation. Ensure all work complies with company SOPs, service-level agreements (SLAs), safety protocols, and relevant regulatory standards. Actively contribute to continuous improvement efforts in lab equipment efficiency, cost control, and safety. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, 3–6 years of direct experience in biotech, pharma or life sciences equipment maintenance and operations, strong problem-solving ability and technical troubleshooting mindset, demonstrated accountability and a strong sense of ownership in previous roles. Bonus: Experience working with CMMS tools (e.g., Limble), vendor/contractor coordination, or small-scale project leadership. Seniority level

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Employment type Full-time Job function

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