Technical Support Engineer

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Waltham, United States of America
19 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Swindon, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design
AutoCAD
SolidWorks (CAD)
Microsoft Office

Job description

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Working at heights, Join our collaborative team as a Technical Support Engineer at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to innovation and excellence in our manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll manage key projects to optimize production processes, implement automation solutions, and ensure the highest quality standards in our facilities. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll develop and improve manufacturing processes, guide continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to new product introductions. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on products that help our customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical writing?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Advanced Degree or Bachelor's Degree plus experience in manufacturing engineering in a GMP/regulated environment

  • Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or related field)
  • Professional certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP, or similar preferred
  • Strong expertise in process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Experience with validation protocols and documentation (IQ, OQ, PQ)
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis and DOE (Design of Experiments)
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and PPI (Practical Process Improvement)
  • Experience with project management and capital equipment installations
  • Strong technical writing skills for SOPs, protocols, and engineering documentation
  • Expertise in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Demonstrated success in root cause analysis and problem-solving
  • Experience with quality management systems and regulatory compliance (ISO, GMP)
  • Strong ability to guide and mentor team members
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
  • Proficiency in English required
  • Experience working in clean room environments and wearing appropriate PPE as needed
  • Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods

About the company

We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. With $1.4 billion invested annually in R&D, our collaborative and diverse teams have the resources they need to drive new discoveries and do cutting-edge research and develop important applications and tools that help millions of lives around the world.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with an annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 100,000+ colleagues deliver an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

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