Equipment Engineer (onsite in South San Francisco, CA )Job DescriptionThe Equipment Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of all production instrumentation within a high-throughput DNA synthesis environment. You will be the primary lead for validating equipment, performing routine and preventative maintenance, and executing complex troubleshooting to minimize downtime.The ideal candidate is a self-motivated problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to maintaining the rigorous quality metrics required for cutting-edge biotechnology production.
What You'll Be Doing- Equipment Validation: Lead the execution of Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for both new and existing instrumentation.
- Preventative Maintenance: Manage the scheduling and execution of routine maintenance and calibrations in strict accordance with manufacturer specifications and internal quality standards.
- Troubleshooting: Investigate recurring equipment failures to implement permanent engineering fixes, significantly reducing or eliminating downtime.
- Quality Compliance: Own and ensure the timely closure of equipment-related CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions) and Change Controls.
- Inventory & Logistics: Instrument, spare part, and service purchasing, from order submission to receipt of goods.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Process Engineers to understand equipment-process interactions and ensure hardware operates within peak specifications.
What You'll Bring to the Team- Education: BS in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of professional experience in equipment maintenance, calibration, and repair.
- Technical Versatility: Proven ability to design and build projects to improve reliability using mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems
- Quality Mindset: High attention to detail and strong organizational skills; experience working under ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or GMP/cGMP standards is highly preferred.
- Adaptability: Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment and work comfortably in a cleanroom setting (requiring lab coats, hairnets, and gloves).
- Good computer skills (Excel, Word, Atlassian etc) and the ability to quickly learn new software applications.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Strong documentation experience, drafting technical documentation, and managing maintenance records.
- Bonus Assets: Experience with automated liquid handlers, robotics, or MES/LIMS integration is a significant plus.
The base cash compensation for this California-based role is below. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package. Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate skill, experience, expertise, and location and may vary from the amount listed above. Compensation may be different in other locations.
San Francisco Bay Area Pay Range
$104,600-$128,400 USD
