Factory Service Engineer, Installation

Factory Service Engineer, Installation

W2 Contract to Hire

Monday-Friday 7am-4:30pm

Bridgewater, NJ

$40-50/hr + Benefits

Position Summary

We are seeking hands-on Factory Service Engineers to support the build, installation, commissioning, and testing of fully automated gene and cell therapy manufacturing platforms.

This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical, electrical, robotics, equipment assembly, or machine-build experience who enjoys building complex systems from the ground up. You will work closely with senior engineers to assemble and test highly customized equipment used in GMP cell therapy manufacturing.

What You'll Do

• Build, assemble, install, and commission gene and cell therapy manufacturing platforms and related equipment
• Follow CAD drawings, schematics, work instructions, and detailed build documentation
• Support equipment start-up, end-of-line testing, functional checks, and troubleshooting
• Test BPS and SLTS instruments before they are installed into the gene and cell therapy manufacturing platforms.
• Identify and correct issues such as loose connections, assembly errors, alignment problems, or shipping-related damage
• Use hand tools and test equipment such as Allen wrenches, sockets, box/open-end wrenches, hammer drills, torque wrenches, multimeters, Loctite, and anti-seize
• Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, preventative maintenance, and repairs as needed
• Maintain accurate documentation in a GMP environment
• Work under senior technical leads while learning custom equipment and build process

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent hands-on technical experience
• 3+ years of experience with complex equipment, automation, robotics, mechanical/electrical systems, or manufacturing equipment
• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools
• Ability to read and follow schematics, CAD drawings, technical drawings, and assembly instructions
• High attention to detail; comfortable working to tight tolerances
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, robotic, or automated equipment issues
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a regulated GMP manufacturing environment
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work onsite in Bridgewater, NJ

Nice to Have

• Experience with PLC-controlled systems
• Experience with 6-axis robots
• Experience working around 208V systems
• GMP, biotech, pharma, cell therapy, or medical device manufacturing experience
• Experience with Blue Mountain or another CMMS

Strong Backgrounds for This Role

• Electrical Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Robotics Engineer
• Electrician
• Field Service Engineer
• Automation Technician
• Equipment Installation Engineer
• Machine Builder
• Controls Technician
• CNC / robotics / complex equipment technician
• Data center buildout or infrastructure technician with strong hands-on skills

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