Senior Systems Support Engineer

Title: Senior Systems Support Engineer

Location: Pleasanton California 94588

Duration: 6 Months Contract with Possible Extension

Job Description

A Senior Systems Support Engineer provides service on instruments and networked systems used for Research, Development, and Clinical Operations activities located internally and at external sites. This role is responsible for the installation/deinstallation, qualification, preventative maintenance, and repair of instruments and software, with a strong emphasis on the networking infrastructure that supports these systems, including IP address mapping, Fortigate firewall configuration, and network troubleshooting.

Under guidance from senior team members, the Senior Systems Support Engineer troubleshoots instrument hardware-software problems and network connectivity issues by using service software, reviewing system-generated problem reports/error codes, and performing root cause analyses. Being a team player is essential, as this position interfaces daily with coworkers, internal stakeholders, and various interdisciplinary functional areas. The Senior Systems Support Engineer must be committed to customer satisfaction, with the ability to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills and solid judgment.

This position is based in Pleasanton, California, with some local travel to Santa Clara, California as needed for system and networking support.

Essential Job Functions & Major Contributions

Instrument & Systems Support

• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs)

• Perform installation/operational qualifications (IOQs)

• Troubleshoot, replace parts, and perform repairs on instruments

• Install/deinstall/relocate instruments and computer control units

• Install or upgrade system and application software

Networking Support

• Establish, maintain, and troubleshoot network connections for remote access to internally and externally placed instruments

• Map and manage IP addresses for networked lab instruments and systems

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Fortigate firewall devices to ensure secure and reliable connectivity

• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues, including VLANs, switches, routing, DNS/DHCP

• Provide IT hardware and networking support for R&D and training labs

• Work closely with Systems and/or Software Development subject matter experts to learn instrumentation, software, and networking functionality, including advanced troubleshooting knowledge

Documentation & Coordination

• Document all service and support activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic equipment management database and/or other applicable software tools according to approved procedures

• Coordinate and triage onsite and/or remote network service requests using ServiceNow and communicate status updates to the service requestor

• Build effective customer/stakeholder relationships through solution-oriented communication and service, providing onsite or remote support as needed

• Attend and contribute updates during team huddles and other meetings, escalating issues as needed

• Provide IT support for in-house lab-based instruments and the secure data repository as needed

Training Requirements

• Train with team members and Development colleagues to acquire instrument service, networking, and troubleshooting skills

• Under guidance from senior team members, learn to solve a variety of instrument, software, and networking problems of diverse scope and complexity

• Interface with high-level technical support from other functional areas to obtain expertise for difficult or recurring issues

• Learn how to execute qualification documents (IQ/OQ)

• Once skill/knowledge is acquired, provide training or guidance to other team members on networking, instrument service, or other internal processes

Safety & Compliance

• Comply with safety policies, practices, and procedures at all times

Required:

• Associate's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (Networking focus), or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Experience

Required:

• 5+ years of experience servicing medical/lab equipment and/or supporting networked systems in an R&D, hospital, or clinical laboratory setting

• Hands-on experience with networking fundamentals, including IP addressing/subnetting, VLANs, switches, routers, and firewalls

• Direct experience configuring and troubleshooting Fortigate or similar firewall/network security appliances

Preferred:

• 4+ years of experience working in an IVD GMP/ISO regulated environment servicing medical devices and supporting IT/networking infrastructure within R&D, hospital, or clinical laboratory settings

• Industry networking certification such as CompTIA Network+, Fortinet NSE, or Cisco CCNA

Other Qualifications

• Working knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPN, and firewall rules, with the ability to apply this knowledge to troubleshoot instrument connectivity issues

• Awareness of FDA and ISO regulations related to instrument support and qualification

• Meticulous attention to detail to accurately document all activities and ensure quality support

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills

• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills, software, and networking tools rapidly

• Ability to be flexible with changing work priorities and follow procedures/manager instructions with a cooperative attitude

• Strong work ethic and communication skills

• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with IT/network teams and other functional areas

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.