Lead Service Engineer

Spectrum Scientifics; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Scientifics, Hyderabad, India, is seeking a Lead Service Engineer specializing in Advanced Laboratory Equipments. The role covers mechanical motion, sensors, PID control, and calibration across pharma and chemical industries.

The candidate should have 6+ years of experience, be proficient in troubleshooting electromechanical systems, calibrations, and firmware updates, with a strong grasp of safety practices and GMP alignment.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechatronics or Instrumentation & Control engineering.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with pharma/industrial environments.
• Exposure to GMP/GLP audits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service systems in Pharma, Chemical and other industries.
• Diagnose electromechanical faults in stirrers, lift/tilt mechanisms, drives and sensors.
• Calibrate sensors (Pt100/RTD, thermocouples) and verify PID control.
• Handle firmware updates, touchscreen/HMI issues, and PC connectivity.
• Maintain calibration traceability and assist in IQ/OQ protocols.

Skills

Mechatronics

Motors & Drives

Sensors & Instruments

Control Theory

Drawings Reading

Education

B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechatronics or Instrumentation & Control

Job description

Position: Lead Service Engineer – Advanced Laboratory Equipments

Experience: 6+ years

About the Role

We need an engineer who is comfortable with two sides of Engineering Domain's: the mechanical motion (stirrers, lift mechanisms, seals, couplings) and the instrumentation brain (temperature sensors, PID control, dosing systems, touchscreens).

Key Responsibilities

Mechatronics Core

• Install, commission, and service systems majorly in Pharma, Chemical and other industries
• Diagnose electromechanical faults: stirrer motors, drive electronics, magnetic couplings, lift/tilt mechanisms, dosing pump assemblies
• Contribute to sensor mounting, wiring, shielding, and grounding practices
• Align and calibrate motion systems; replace bearings, seals, belts, and drive components to OEM spec

Instrumentation & Control

• Calibrate and verify Pt100 probes, thermocouples, pressure sensors, load/torque sensors, and balances
• Assist in selecting appropriate sensors (temperature, pressure, vibration, etc.) based on system requirements
• Distinguish between sensor fault, controller fault, circulator capacity limit, and process/chemistry behavior
• Handle firmware updates, controller board replacement, touchscreen/HMI issues, and PC/software connectivity

Calibration & Compliance

• Maintain calibration traceability (dry-block calibrators, reference thermometers) for GMP/GLP audits
• Execute IQ/OQ protocols and produce audit-ready service and calibration reports
• Follow pharma and other industry standards and safety practices during instrumentation activities.

Customer & Commercial Support

• Train users on correct operation and preventive care
• Manage spare-parts stock, warranty claims, and escalations to OEM support

Education

• B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering, or Instrumentation & Control / E&I with strong mechanical aptitude

Technical Skills (Mechatronics)

• Motors (DC, BLDC, stepper), drives, gearheads, encoders, coupling alignment
• Reading mechanical drawings and exploded views; precision assembly of small mechanisms
• Basics of pumps, valves, and fluid dosing systems

Technical Skills (Instrumentation)

• Sensors: Pt100/RTD, thermocouples, pressure transducers — wiring, signal types (4–20 mA, 0–10 V), error sources
• PID control theory: tuning concepts, loop behavior diagnosis
• Multimeter-level electrical diagnostics; power supplies, PCBs, connectors, EMI/earthing basics
• Calibration methods and traceability documentation

Advantageous knowledge (trainable)

• Heat transfer basics
• Pharma context: IQ/OQ/PQ, GMP documentation andaudit trails

Soft Skills

• Clear English communication with R&D scientists and lab managers