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Thermo Fisher Scientific

Calibration Engineer

Brisbane, Australia

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Engineering department is excited in seeking to include services of a maintenance calibration engineer in their team. The job role is based on providing technical support to the site and is a phenomenal opportunity to work on innovative equipment and systems. Maintenance calibration engineer will primarily focus on regular calibration scheduling and execution. This role may carry out first line investigation and repair in the event of equipment/services failure related to plant utilities, production areas and office/support areas.

Key Responsibilities:

The incumbent will ensure management of calibration activities onsite, which will include planning, scheduling and performing calibration activities as per CMMS.

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Routine plant and environmental monitoring will also be the responsibility of the maintenance engineer.

The incumbent will respond to alarms from Building Management System (BMS) and equipment breakdowns calls.

The selected candidate will also be responsible to perform preventative maintenance activities on equipment and utilities that will include mechanical, electrical or automation related works.

Maintenance engineer will assist in managing calibration service providers / contractors.

Coordinate maintenance access to production and lab equipment with collaborators.

Carry out equipment reliability studies using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) data.

Participate in Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA) exercises.

Carry out engineering technical investigations.

Perform investigations as per directive from Supervisor/Manager

Complete QA deviation investigations as the need arises!

Perform investigation on electrical systems and resolve issues as licensed.

Any other task assigned by the Supervisor.

Frequent Contacts:

Internal: Engineering, OPS, QC and Warehouse team.

External: Contractors.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Diploma in mechanical, electrical or automation. Restricted electrical license is helpful.

Skills & Attributes

At least 5 years working experience in pharmaceutical, hospital or food processing industry as calibration engineer.

Proven record of ability to work as a team member.

Experience in multitasking, prioritizing and showing initiative to complete tasks according to company goals.

A track record showing good oral and written communication skills.

Other Job Requirements:

Adhere to OHS policies and procedures and ensure a safe and balanced workplace environment.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Client-provided location(s): Brisbane QLD, Australia
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01227970-3
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program