Senior Engineering & Equipment Technician

Role: Senior Engineering & Equipment Technician supporting automated manufacturing of protein analysis tools within Bio-Techne's Life Sciences division. Responsibilities: maintain, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and improve production equipment for microfluidic and Western Blot cartridges; lead diagnostics on complex electromechanical systems; perform preventive and predictive maintenance; support validation activities; mentor operators and technicians; ensure compliance with ISO 13485. Requirements: Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics, or related field; 5-8+ years of experience with automated manufacturing equipment; expert troubleshooting skills with diagnostic tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters); proficiency in reading electrical/mechanical/pneumatic diagrams; strong problem-solving, communication, and team skills. Preferred: experience with PLCs, HMI, manufacturing processes, and ISO 13485 standards; exposure to control software and reliability initiatives. High-Value: focus on microfluidic and Western Blot cartridge manufacturing; cleanroom environment; emphasis on equipment reliability, calibration, and process validation. Work Setup: not specified, but likely on-site; no travel indicated.