General Lab Equipment (GLE) Engineer

GBOS OneSource Services UK, LTD; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer’s General Laboratory Equipment (GLE) Engineer role is based at Cambridge client sites. You will manage day-to-day LIS activities, liaising with PKI Planners, ILS Engineers and the Lead Scheduler to deliver high-quality lab equipment support across instruments such as balances, centrifuges and incubators.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, fault diagnosis, and proactive maintenance in a fast-paced environment, with focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Advanced Modern Apprenticeship with NVQ 3 in engineering.
• Experience in Laboratory Instrument Support.
• Strong problem solving and analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, customer-focused equipment support while complying with standards.
• Diagnose faults on complex lab equipment and coordinate with internal/external teams.
• Plan and perform maintenance and commissioning safely with minimal disruption.
• Source components and services using technical knowledge.
• Create and review service reports and documentation.
• Support SOPs, Change Control, and drawings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Relationship management

Initiative & teamwork

Customer focus

Education

Advanced Modern Apprenticeship with NVQ 3 in engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title

General Lab Equipment (GLE) Engineer

Location(s)

AZ DISC Cambridge (UK) – Customer Site

Job Description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

About PerkinElmer PerkinElmer has been named a Top 10 company on Newsweek’s UK The Most Loved Workplaces®. This recognition shows our commitment to our employees and our aspiration to create a culture and place of work where everyone feels valued. Imagine a world where you could detect health issues sooner to treat them more effectively. Where food and water are always safe, even in remote corners of the earth. And where scientific and medical research are enhanced to solve the greatest challenges of our times. At PerkinElmer, we imagine this world every day. Then, we innovate and collaborate to make it happen everywhere. If you are seeking a meaningful, impactful, and stimulating career, look no further.

The PerkinElmer General Laboratory Equipment (GLE) Engineer will join the team based on one of our client sites in Cambridge. Successful Candidate will manage, organize and implement day-to-day Laboratory Instrument Support (LIS) activities through liaison and discussion with customers’, PKI Planners, ILS Engineers and the Lead Scheduler. The role provides high quality specialist engineering support to a wide range of laboratory equipment within the scientific community such as Balances, Centrifuges, Incubators etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt, flexible, customer focused equipment support whilst maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and engineering standards
• Diagnose faults on complex equipment and systems utilizing the multi-disciplinary support internal and external to the team to produce a satisfactory solution
• Plan & carry out engineering maintenance and commissioning work associated with scientific equipment and systems in a safe, cost-effective manner to ensure minimum business disruption
• Use technical knowledge to identify and source components and services
• Create, manage and review supporting documentation e.g. service reports
• Support users in the preparation/design of operating procedures, SOPs, Change Control and the deviation, manuals and drawings
• Manage the availability of essential spares to support the range of equipment and systems used within the R&D facilities in a cost-effective manner
• Support contract management in the set-up, renewal and budget of contracts
• Monitor the performance of the scientific equipment and systems using Key Performance Indicators to instigate improvements and influence changes
• Support to PKI Management Team to ensure all activities are completed
• Ensure that a full and detailed task specific Risk Assessment/Method Statement is completed prior to any work commencing
• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of other persons who could be affected by their acts or omissions
• Report any accidents or near misses that they experience, or witness, to their Line Management
• Co-operate and assist in all aspects of health and safety procedures introduced by management for their well-being
• Wear personal protective equipment when conditions require or when required to do so by the relevant risk assessment, method statement or mandatory signage

Requirements

• Advanced Modern Apprenticeship with NVQ 3 in engineering
• Multiple years of post‑apprentice experience within the Laboratory Instrument Support sector
• Very strong analytical skills with proven ability to break down and solve complex problems in a logical and structured approach
• Experience of working in a fast paced, operational environment
• PC literate in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Strong relationship management and excellent communication skills/influencing skills
• Ability to work to own initiative but team orientated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Robust and assertive attitude towards achieving results and motivating team members
• High customer focus

Desirable

• HNC/HND in relevant engineering and/or science discipline
• Pharmaceutical / Regulated working background
• PC hardware/architecture and Communication Systems knowledge (Ethernet/RS232 etc.)
• SAP experience

Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world? When you work at PerkinElmer, that’s exactly what you’ll do. From our dedicated scientists and world‑class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we’re a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we’re making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow. Join us today.