Maintanence Engineer

We are seeking a highly hands-on Equipment Engineer with strong experience in lyophilization (freeze drying) systems to support field-based installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities within a life sciences manufacturing environment. This is an execution-focused role designed for an engineer with a field service or maintenance background , not a validation-heavy profile. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently on equipment, performing troubleshooting, calibration, and system checks directly on the manufacturing floor. This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, operational readiness, and long-term lifecycle performance of freeze dryers and associated process systems.

You will be responsible for:

Perform hands-on installation, commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of freeze dryers and related life sciences equipment Execute corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance with a focus on lyophilization systems Conduct temperature mapping studies for freeze dryers and associated systems Perform I/O checks, including simulation of physical and electrical signals to verify system functionality Execute calibration of instrumentation loops, including temperature, pressure, and vacuum systems Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and PLC/control system issues directly on equipment Carry out on-site repair, adjustment, and fault isolation activities with minimal supervision Support equipment start-up, functional testing, and performance verification Prepare customer sites for installation, including equipment assembly and readiness activities About you : Proven hands-on experience with lyophilization (freeze dryer) equipment in a pharma, biotech, or life sciences setting Strong background in electro-mechanical maintenance and field service work Demonstrated ability to independently perform: Temperature mapping I/O checks (signal simulation) Instrumentation loop calibration (temperature, pressure, vacuum) Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, and SAT activities (execution-focused, not documentation-heavy) Solid understanding of: Mechanical and electrical systems PLC-controlled equipment and basic controls troubleshooting Fault finding and root cause analysis Ability and willingness to work fully on-site and in the field, including physical work on equipment Comfortable operating autonomously with minimal oversight while interfacing directly with customers