Lab Engineer

Role: Lab Engineer
Location: Collegeville, PA
Duration: 6-12 months


The Lab Engineering position in R&D area requires a skilful Engineer familiar with supporting scientists with laboratory PCs, instrumentation, and devices. Lab Engineers are focused on maintaining operational computer systems for the scientists they support, joining newly-supplied hardware to the network, securing and hardening devices and generally facilitating the needs of the business.



Key responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining existing computer infrastructure of 5000 PCs globally
• Image/Onboard new computers into the domain and onto the network and decommisiion it.
• Secure and protect new and existing hardware
• Consult with the business as they require assistance with their equipment
• Troubleshoot and implement data flows for scientific instruments

Technical/Functional Skills:

• Outstanding computer troubleshooting skills for obscure issues, ranging from device connectivity, and laboratory software issues
• Background with End-user Computing or Desktop Support skills essential. Break/Fix consists of 80% of a Lab Engineer's workload
• Understanding of Hardware Components and Networking concepts, such as network topography, VLANSs, Static/Dynamic IPs, Subnetting, IT/OT Networks, and basic understanding of firewalls. Candidate should be familiar with the OSI model and how to troubleshoot different network layers
• Knowledge and understanding of Active Directory required
• D2D and/or project support
• AGILE ways of working necessary
• Background with computer security
• Previous experience with validated systems (GxP) a plus
• Implement the validated data backup solution on laboratory analytical equipment (equipment and software investigation, documentation, technical configuration) within R&D (GxP and non-GxP)
• Support for scientists in incident management, user support and coaching, access management
• Testing and validation of computer software (complete tests in different environments, writing technical documentation)
• Familiar with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow
• Microsoft Excel skills a plus
• In depth knowledge in Microsoft OS including iOS and Linux a plus

Generic Managerial Skills:
• Must have outstanding communication skills
• Candidate must be a team player
• Self-starter, attention to detail and willingness to learn new things a must
• Must be willing to follow processes, procedures and guidance
• Excellent organizational skills is a must
• Experience in leading team is a plus



Preferred for Lab Enablers:-

As above, plus:-
o Support business priorities by first intent
o Uplift all labs to a hardware standard that supports working in a digitalized ecosystem
o Proactively build stronger partnership with business by aligning technology and science through optimized processes
o Becoming a new breed of "Tech & business" who understands the "science" and use of scientific equipment (HW) + controlling software + data workflow up & downstream
o Innovative solutions that do not exist today including but not limited to explore and implement automated solutions to scientific problems, paving the way for the lab of the future
o Strong product ownership/project management

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.