Perform installation, preventative maintenance, IQOQ/SAT and repairs on all Repligen equipment as required.
Provide support and input for scheduling the on-site service activities.
Problem-solving tasks may include resolving mechanical/electrical/software issues; resolving operating system bugs; and reinstalling software or hardware.
Enhance the customer’s positive experience by recognizing their needs and providing solutions that meet and often surpass those needs.
Communicate effectively both internally and externally, to document actions and items performed, schedule future preventive (maintenance) needs, and other engineering functions.
Provide technical support to colleagues from other departments globally.
Create leads and discuss business opportunities with the customer.
Proactively work together with the service sales team to create Service Level Agreements with customers.
Increase service sales and provide support to colleagues from other departments in order to increase sales.
Promote new Repligen Service products with customers and provide leads to the sales team.
Provide phone support to customers and service group personnel related to equipment hardware and software performance and spare part ordering.
Document and distribute technical information regarding resolutions to field problems, hardware and software changes, and product quality improvements.
Review service manual documentation to ensure accuracy and current revision levels.
Determine appropriate preventive maintenance procedures, service parts kits, and schedules to ensure effective on-going equipment maintenance.
Keep the workplace clean and tidy, both at the customer site and in office.
Involve or lead projects and assignments as part of the professional development opportunity.
Work with the Associate Director of Field Service, APAC to help schedule service visits for the China FSE’s and ensure workload is well divided.
Control travel cost and expenses in an efficient manner.
Work with the Associate Director of Field Service, APAC to ensure China FSE’s complete all administrative tasks (salesforce, service report, controlled documentation, …) for all field service visits.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training & Experience
A bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronics, Electro-mechanics, Automation or related discipline.
At least 8 years’ experience in the repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment used in a scientific instrument, laboratory, or bioprocess setting or in the biotechnology sector, ideally experienced with filtration equipment
Strong knowledge of cGMP and GDP
Electronic and mechanical aptitude required
Experience with CSV (computer system validation)
Understanding of GAMP regulations and US FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Ability to understand automation architecture, IO List, electrical schematics, SDS, HDS and FDS documents
Experience with Salesforce Lightning is a plus.
Software and Automation familiarity required
o Siemens S7
o Siemens Wincc
o Dreamreports
o iFix
o Allen Bradley RSLogix
o Wonderware / Intouch
o SQL
o Historian
o Emerson DeltaV (up to version 16 or version 17 ideally)
Licensure & Certification
Driving license
International Passport with ability to travel within APAC and EU/USA.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability
Excellent interpersonal skills, strong verbal/written communications skills.
Great attention to detail in work and documentation
Good administrative skills
Self-starter
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to prioritize and work independently to achieve defined goals
Ability to work well within a global, cross functional team
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours to accommodate different work schedules even outside of office hours.
Ability to draft and execute SOPs and work instructions.
Self-learning ability, resourcefulness and creativity to resolve complex problems in the field
Able to travel extensively within countries in Rest of Asia and globally.
Able to work long hours in cleanroom environment.
Able to lift and carry weights (including equipment and toolbox) individually of up to 25kg.